The Need to Contextualise Islamic Tradition
“To contextualise rulings”, means to take the foundations of something and make it applicable to the times in a meaningful […]
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Insights into the jurisprudence, prophetic traditions, and core beliefs shaping Sunni Islam, offering a comprehensive understanding of its legal and spiritual dimensions.
What is the Meaning of Ramadan?
On the meaning of Ramadan, Imam Raghib al-Asfahani said: Ramadan is taken from the word ra-ma-da which means ‘to burn’ or ‘that
Establishing the Beginning & End of Ramadan
Establishing the Beginning & End of Ramadan according to the Maliki school. Imam Malik has reported on the authority of
Classical Sunni Teachings., Cultural & Social Critique.
Analysis of Ashhab’s Opinion on Combining Prayers
Ashhab ibn ‘Abd al-Aziz (140AH – 204AH) was a famous Egyptian jurist and companion of Imam Malik. Some have
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Al-Mazari: Giving verdicts contrary to the established positions of one’s school
Al-Mazari [d. 536 AH] was asked: Is it possible to take the position of Sa`id bin ‘l-Musayyab in an irrevocably
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Protected: The Relation Between Awrah & The Obligation To Veil The Face According To The Maliki School
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Delaying The Prayers Beyond Their Prescribed Times
Allah says in the Qur’an “…there came after them generations who neglected prayer and were driven by their own desires.
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The Significance of the Night of Emancipation—15th of Sha’ban
After Laylatul-Qadr, there is no other night in the year that is more virtuous than the middle (15th) night of Shaʿbān.’
How To Perform The Solar Eclipse Prayer
When the sun is eclipsed, total or partial, then the Prophet ﷺ is reported to have performed Salātul Kusūf (solar eclipse