Shari'ah The Islamic Law

<p>This comprehensive reference bridges classical Islamic legal scholarship with modern concerns. Written with clarity and detail it guides readers through the <strong><em>sources principles and institutions</em></strong> that make up Islamic law-not just in theory but in real-world applications.</p><p>Starting from the Qur'an and Sunnah the book systematically covers everything from the <strong><em>objectives of Shari'ah</em></strong> <strong><em>judicial principles</em></strong> and <strong><em>criminal law</em></strong> to family relations commerce inheritance and international affairs. Each topic is treated with depth but without academic abstraction-<strong><em>accessible</em></strong> for students scholars and informed readers alike.</p><p>What makes this work particularly valuable is its attention to issues often overlooked in English texts: the <strong><em>function of judges</em></strong> the <strong><em>role of custom</em></strong> in law <strong><em>socio-legal dynamics</em></strong> and comparative reflections with Western jurisprudence. It also examines <strong><em>contemporary challenges</em></strong> facing Islamic societies and legal systems all while maintaining faithfulness to primary Islamic sources.</p><p>The author-drawing on deep academic and comparative legal training-writes not just to explain rulings but to help readers understand their reasoning and spirit. The writing is honest and rigorous yet grounded in a sincere desire to offer <strong><em>practical guidance</em></strong> rooted in divine principles.</p><p>Ideal for anyone seeking a detailed yet readable work on Islamic law that doesn't shy away from nuance or critical questions.</p><p></p><p><strong>Summary of Contents: A Thematic Overview of the Book on Shari'ah</strong></p><p>I. Foundations of Shari'ah</p><p>II. Secondary Legal Sources and Legal Schools</p><p>III. Family Law</p><p>IV. Criminal Law and Punishments</p><p>V. Inheritance and Economic Laws</p><p>VI. Legal Ethics: Halal and Haram</p><p>VII. External Relations</p><p>VIII. Contemporary Issues and Future of Shari'ah</p><p></p>