Usul al-Fiqh Course - Islamic Legal Theory Introduction

Usul al-Fiqh is the foundational science that allows students to understand the principles used to derive Islamic rulings from the Quran and Sunnah. Whether these rulings pertain to Fiqh, Aqidah (creed), Tafsir (exegesis), or other Islamic sciences, Usul al-Fiqh provides the methodological framework for understanding how Islamic law is applied.

This course offers an introductory exploration of Usul al-Fiqh, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the subject’s scope, its historical development, its application, and how it serves as a foundation for all Islamic legal and theological studies. Delivered online with accompanying worksheets, the course is designed to help students grasp the essentials of Usul al-Fiqh in a structured and accessible manner.

What Students Will Learn

• Understanding Usul al-Fiqh: Learn what Usul al-Fiqh is, its importance, and how it helps in deriving Islamic rulings.

• Historical Background: Discover the history of Usul al-Fiqh and its evolution over time.

• The Key Principles: Understand the major principles used to interpret and apply the Quran and Sunnah, such as Ijma (consensus), Qiyas (analogy), Istihsan (juridical preference), and more.

• Types of Rulings: Familiarize yourself with the different categories of Islamic legal rulings (Fard, Mandub, Makruh, Haram, and Mustahabb).

• The Structure of Islamic Legal Thought: Learn how Islamic scholars have developed methodologies to address legal issues in all aspects of life.

• How to Study Usul al-Fiqh: Gain insight into the correct approaches and methods for studying Usul al-Fiqh effectively.

• Practical Application: Explore how to apply the principles of Usul al-Fiqh to contemporary issues in Fiqh, Aqidah, and Tafsir.

Instructor:
Ustadh Muhammad Huzaifah is a graduate of the Faculty of Shariah, Islamic University of Madinah. He has several Ijazat in the Mutun Talib al-ilm from the Imam of Masjid al-Nabawi, Shaykh Abdul-Muhsin Al-Qasim. He completed a Masters in Islamic Education and is the founder of InkPot College. He has a great appetite for teaching, both online and classroom based, and has delivered many classes and courses, in Islamic texts and the Arabic language