In the 16th century, the Protestant priest Martin Luther launched a reform movement against the church and religious leaders who considered the interpretation and explanation of the Old Testament (Torah) and the New Testament (Gospel) as their inherent right. As a result, each Protestant gained the freedom to personally understand and interpret the texts of…
A good administrator must possess the following qualities 1: Honesty 2: Trustworthiness 3: Fulfillment of promises 4: Justice and fairness 5: Constant steps 6: Pure ideals 7: A good knowledge of the rights of the subjects. The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) was not only distinguished by all…
The Third Source of Islamic Jurisprudence The third source of Islamic jurisprudence is Ijma. The literal meaning of Ijma is to agree on something; thus, Allah Almighty says in the Holy Quran: فَاَجْمِعُوا أمْرَکُمْ شُرَکَاءَ کُمْ. “You decide your matter and gather your partners.” Definition of Ijam In the terminology of the jurists, consensus refers…
(Second Source of Islamic Jurisprudence) The second source of Islamic jurisprudence is Sunnah. The literal meaning of Sunnah is the path and method of action. In the term Sunnah, it is used to mean the sayings, actions and speeches of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). The sayings and actions…
The primary source The Holy Quran is the primary source of Islamic jurisprudence. The Quran is the book that Allah Almighty revealed to His last Prophet, Hazrat Muhammad (peace be upon him); since it is the final edition of the chain of guidance; therefore, its entire teachings and understandings must be found in uniformity in…
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