Evolution of Fiqh

The author says in the introduction of the second edition, “The overall purpose of this book is to acquaint the reader with the historical factors behind the formulation of Islamic law (Fiqh), in order that he or she may better understand how and why the various schools of Islamic law (Madh-habs) came about. It is hoped that this understanding will in turn, provide a basis for overcoming the petty differences and divisions which occur when present-day followers of different schools of people without definite schools try to work together. Thus, another aim of this book is to provide a theoretical framework for the reunification of the Madhhabs and an ideological basis for Islamic community work free from the divisive effects of Madh-hab factionalism.” The book consists of six chapters: foundation, establishment, building, flowing, consolidation, and stagnation and decline.

Author: Abu Ameenah Bilal Philips

Source: http://www.islamhouse.com/p/291542

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Islam Is ...

An excellent book for non-Muslims explaining various aspects of Islam.

Author: Pete Seda

Publisher: Islamic Propagation Office in Rabwah

Source: http://www.islamhouse.com/p/1301

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A Summary of Islamic Jurisprudence

This is very easy and important book which shows the shar’i rulings and their evidences. This is useful book for any Muslim hopes to abide by Islam as it should be. It contains topics e.g. purification, prayer, zakah, fasting, pilgrimage and Jihad. Afterwards, it begins to show the other rulings e.g. trade transactions, partnership, sharecropping and renting, reclamation of wastelands and possession of allowable objects, inheritance, marriage, divorce, breastfeeding, legal retribution, prescribed punishments, food, oaths and vows, and judiciary. This soft copy was not produced by Islamhouse.com but taken from one of Islamic websites.

Author: Saleh Bin Fawzaan al-Fawzaan

Source: http://www.islamhouse.com/p/250010

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Sharh 'Umdah al Fiqh

The Fiqh of Worship. The book of al-‘Umdah is an abbreviated book of Fiqh according to the hanbali school of Fiqh (madhhab).

Author: Hatem Al-Haj Ali

Reveiwers: Muhammad AbdulRaoof

Source: http://www.islamhouse.com/p/321935

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Allah: Frequently Asked Questions

Questions atheists usually ask about Allah might vary but, they're predictable. Consider these: 1. Is there evidence God Exists? 2. How can we prove there is a God? 3. Where is God? 4. What is the origin of God? Where did He come from? and more.

Author: Yusuf Estes

Source: http://www.islamhouse.com/p/385681

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