Shari'ah The Islamic Law

This comprehensive reference bridges classical Islamic legal scholarship with modern concerns. Written with clarity and detail it guides readers through the sources principles and institutions that make up Islamic law-not just in theory but in real-world applications.Starting from the Qur'an and Sunnah the book systematically covers everything from the objectives of Shari'ah judicial principles and criminal law to family relations commerce inheritance and international affairs. Each topic is treated with depth but without academic abstraction-accessible for students scholars and informed readers alike.What makes this work particularly valuable is its attention to issues often overlooked in English texts: the function of judges the role of custom in law socio-legal dynamics and comparative reflections with Western jurisprudence. It also examines contemporary challenges facing Islamic societies and legal systems all while maintaining faithfulness to primary Islamic sources.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 practical guidance rooted in divine principles.Ideal for anyone seeking a detailed yet readable work on Islamic law that doesn't shy away from nuance or critical questions.Summary of Contents: A Thematic Overview of the Book on Shari'ahI. Foundations of Shari'ahII. Secondary Legal Sources and Legal SchoolsIII. Family LawIV. Criminal Law and PunishmentsV. Inheritance and Economic LawsVI. Legal Ethics: Halal and HaramVII. External RelationsVIII. Contemporary Issues and Future of Shari'ah