Shahadah [Testimony] in Arabic has many meanings, such as conclusive information, presence, inspection, a declaration of faith, oath or acknowledgment, and martyrdom.   Regarding the juristic meaning of this word, jurists have used the term ‘testimony’ in the recognition of…

The legal definition of inheritance according to Ash-Shafi’i scholars and the Hanbali scholar, Al-Qadi Afdalud-Din Al-Khunji, is the dividable right of the one who is entitled to it after the death of its possessor, due to kinship or the like…

There are many issues of Islamic jurisprudence pertaining to women. I will focus on the most important issues which are considered examples of the status of woman in Islamic law. These issues are:   Inheritance Testimony Polygyny The Right to…

There is no doubt that history is the mirror of cultures and civilizations throughout the world. Without people’s real actions and application, the reality of people’s thoughts and beliefs would not be recognized. The place of these thoughts and beliefs…

I will refer to some texts in which the Prophet [pbuh] responded to a question from one of his companions. The companion asked the Prophet [pbuh], ‘Who is the most beloved person to you?’ He replied, ‘A’ishah.’ [Al-Hakim] In another…

The Qur’an and the Sunnah emphasize protecting women, safeguarding their rights, and being kind to them, because they are often vulnerable and sensitive. The following examples are from the Qur’an and the Sunnah:   There are many verses in the…

The Qur’an and the Sunnah emphasize protecting women, safeguarding their rights, and being kind to them, because they are often vulnerable and sensitive. The following examples are from the Qur’an and the Sunnah:   1. Women in the Qur’an There…