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PREFACE
DIVERSITY IN THE TOPICS OF FIQH
If we study the subjects of FIQH in detail, we find that every one of them is peculiar
and singular in itself. There may seem to be some similarity at , first glance, but a
deeper study reveals a different aspect contained. It meets with the requirements of all
walks of human life.
Some of the laws relate to the natural urge in human beings to adore and worship. It
guides us to worship none but Allah, in the prescribed form, seeking His pleasure. Then
there are laws which prompt us to serve, be helpful and useful to human society, at the
same time affirming our obedience to Allah. These are Zakat, Khums, our social and
political duties, Jihad, Amr bil Ma'roof and Nahy anil Munkar, training in martial arts
etc.
Other laws enunciate man's duties towards oneself like refraining from suicide or
harming oneself or even avoiding celibacy. Certain laws deal with human life in relation
to nature surrounding him like food, drinks, hunting, slaughtering, dresses, use of
utensils and so on. Then there are laws of judiciary, requital and compensation. As for
personal life, Fiqh guides us in matters of NIKAH, TALAQ, DHIHAR, and LIAN. In matters of
economy and earning one's bread, there are rules governing business, partnership, silent
partnerships, bankruptcy etc. Fiqh also deals with such versatile acts like Haj which
apart from being an act of worship, is an opportunity of unity, collaboration and an
international conference.
In spite of this diversity, FIQH has one single aim. To lead human beings to happiness
on earth, conjoining it with salvation in the hereafter. Therefore, FIQH is considered as
one, composite science of ISLAM and is taught as such in the Hawzas. The basis of FIQH is
the Holy Quran, the sound Traditions, Consensus and Reason. A FAQEEH looks at the diverse
component of FIQH as parts interwoven into one fabric, with a single aim to guide mankind
in respect of its duties and responsibilities towards Allah.
