This course provides an introduction to Four Principles in Fiqh, a concise text authored by Shaykh Muhammad bin Abdulwahab. The matn focuses on essential principles in Usul al-Fiqh (principles of jurisprudence) and Qawaid al-Fiqhiyyah (Islamic legal maxims), offering students a foundational understanding of how rulings are derived from the Quran and Sunnah.
This short but impactful course is ideal for those beginning their journey in Islamic jurisprudence, helping them grasp key concepts that underpin the framework of Islamic law.
What Students Will Learn
• The foundational principles of Usul al-Fiqh and their application in understanding Islamic rulings.
• Key Fiqh maxims and their relevance in deducing practical rulings from textual evidence.
• How scholars derive rulings from the Quran and Sunnah systematically.
• The importance of understanding legal principles in building a sound Islamic worldview.
• Practical examples of how these principles are applied in everyday life.
Ustaadh Abdulwahid Stephenson
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.
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