Fiqh of Contemporary Issues

About the course

An advanced course designed to equip students with the analytical tools necessary to identify, research, and formulate comprehensive legal responses to the pressing challenges faced by Muslims in the modern world. Emphasis is placed on the study of Fiqh al-Nawāzil (jurisprudence of unprecedented issues), enabling students to explore diverse scholarly methodologies and engage in critical academic discussions. Students will examine contemporary issues through the lens of Islamic legal theory, integrating perspectives from classical jurisprudence with modern social, political, and ethical contexts. The course highlights the relevance, adaptability, and enduring applicability of Islamic law in addressing complex realities of contemporary life, including bioethics, finance, governance, technology, and global Muslim affairs. (3 credit hours)

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