Hanbali Fiqh Course (Akhsar al-Mukhtasarat)

This course offers a deep dive into Akhsar al-Mukhtasarat, a foundational text on Hanbali Fiqh authored by Ibn Balbani al-Hanbali. Designed for beginners, this book simplifies complex topics in Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh) and introduces students to the fundamental principles of Hanbali Fiqh, one of the four main Sunni schools of thought. The text covers essential aspects of Islamic rituals and daily practices, providing a clear and concise guide to understanding the Hanbali approach to Fiqh.

What Students Will Learn

• Introduction to Hanbali Fiqh: Gain an understanding of the Hanbali school, its methodology, and how it interprets and applies Islamic law.

• Purification (Taharah): Learn about the rules of purification, including wudu (ablution), ghusl (full-body wash), and tayammum (dry ablution), and their importance in daily worship.

• Prayer (Salah): Study the essential aspects of prayer, including the conditions, obligations, and recommended practices in the Hanbali tradition.

• Zakat (Charity): Understand the requirements and rules surrounding zakat, the obligation to give a portion of one’s wealth to those in need.

• Fasting (Sawm): Explore the rules of fasting during the month of Ramadan, including the conditions for validity, exceptions, and the etiquettes of fasting.

• Hajj and Umrah: Learn the steps and conditions for performing the pilgrimage (Hajj) and lesser pilgrimage (Umrah) in the Hanbali school.

• Commercial Transactions and Contracts: Gain insights into the basic principles of Islamic commercial law, including buying and selling, contracts, and other financial transactions.

• Marriage and Family Life: Study the rules and guidelines related to marriage, divorce, and family relationships according to the Hanbali Fiqh.

Instructor:

AbdulWahid Stephenson has over 15 years teaching experience and has studied Islamic Jurisprudence at the prestigious Islamic University of Madinah, Saudi Arabia. He is the founder of Madinah College and Insight into Islam. He is also a Khateeb and has delivered talks at several universities and Islamic centres.