Contextualisation of Zhihar with Shari’ah Maqasid Approach
Zhihar, a form of divorce from pre-Islamic Arab society, was abolished during the Islamic period through the Qur'an and the sunnah of the prophet. This article undertakes a re-examination of zhihar in a modern context, with a particular focus on the maqasid Shari'ah approach. This approach...
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| Published in: | Technium Social Sciences Journal Vol. 61; pp. 126 - 140 |
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| Main Authors: | , , , |
| Format: | Journal Article |
| Language: | English |
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08.09.2024
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| ISSN: | 2668-7798, 2668-7798 |
| Online Access: | Get full text |
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| Summary: | Zhihar, a form of divorce from pre-Islamic Arab society, was abolished during the Islamic period through the Qur'an and the sunnah of the prophet. This article undertakes a re-examination of zhihar in a modern context, with a particular focus on the maqasid Shari'ah approach. This approach, which underscores the fundamental objectives of Islamic law, including the safeguarding of religion, soul, intellect, heredity, property, and self-esteem, plays a crucial role in reinterpreting the concept of zhihar to serve the benefit of the ummah in the contemporary era. By conducting a textual and contextual study of the Qur'an, the sunnah of the Prophet, and the opinions of scholars, this article concludes that zhihar in the modern context should be viewed as a means of protecting family honor and preserving the harmony of the marital relationship. The study utilizes a descriptive-analytical method, guided by the maqasid Shari'ah approach, to assess the relevance and application of zhihar in the context of Muslim life today, thereby providing a comprehensive understanding of the topic |
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| ISSN: | 2668-7798 2668-7798 |
| DOI: | 10.47577/tssj.v61i1.11667 |