This module was designed to be a gentle introduction to Islamic law using a brief work where students can apply their Arabic skills as well familiarise themselves with the key terminologies used in Islamic law.

The text we will be covering is called ar-rawdat us sinniyyah fi fiqh al hanafiya – a concise work written in simple language to introduce you to the basic points law related to the five pillars of Islam, as well pertinent points relating to our dress and what we eat and drink. The book is a perfect steppingstone into the world of Islamic jurisprudence and will allow students to apply their Arabic skills to read, translate and understand the text correctly. It was written by the great faqih, grammarian and muhaddith abul hasan ali ibn balban al farisi. Born in 7th century Damascus, he was nurtured and taught by the luminaries of his time. He is more famously known for his work by the name of Al-ishan fi taqrib sahih ibn hibban. He passed away in 739 AH in Egypt

The key topics covered in the book will be:
Taharah
Salah
Sawm
Hajj
Eating and Drinking
Clothing

Those who successfully complete the module will have achieved:

• An understanding of the main points of law in the Hanafi madhab relating to acts of worship
• Familiarity with key terminology used in the books of law, especially the Hanafi madhab
• A better grasp of reading texts written by classical Islamic scholars• Confidence in being able to progress to texts such as Nur ul idah alongside its commentary Maraqi – al Falah
• An appreciation of Fiqh in general