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    Principles of Jurisprudence (Uṣūl al-Fiqh)

    أصول الفقه

    The methodology of the law. Teaches how to think like a jurist.

    Course Overview

    This course delves into the legal theory and principles that underpin Islamic jurisprudence. Students will learn about the sources of Islamic law (the Qur'an, Sunnah, Ijma', and Qiyas), the methods of legal reasoning and deduction (ijtihad), and the principles for resolving apparent conflicts between legal texts. A strong grasp of Usul al-Fiqh is essential for anyone who wishes to understand the reasoning of the great jurists and to appreciate the richness and sophistication of the Islamic legal tradition.

    Prerequisites

    These courses must be completed before enrolling in this course

    Arabic Grammar (Nahw and Sarf)
    Hadith Terminology (Mustalah al-Hadith)

    Course Details

    Level
    Level 2
    Duration
    1 Semester
    Credits
    1 Credit
    Requirement
    Mandatory

    Instructor

    Dr. Hassan Al-Faqih

    Language

    English / Arabic

    Category

    The Tool Sciences

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