The Shafi'i School: Landmarks of Moderation and National Unity

Explore the profound influence of the Shafi'i school of Islamic jurisprudence through this scholarly work published by UNISSA Press. The book, titled "The Shafi'i School: Landmarks of Moderation and National Unity" (Al-Madhhab al-Shafi’i: Ma’alim al-Wasatiyyah wa Wahdat al-Ummah), delves into the foundational role this school plays in fostering moderation and social cohesion within the Muslim community, particularly in the Malay Archipelago and ASEAN nations. 

Key Features

• Scholarly Collaboration: Co-authored by leading figures, including the Rector of UNISSA and the Secretary-General of Darulfatwa Australia.
• Regional Focus: Specifically examines the Shafi'i school's impact on the laws, constitutions, and religious life of Southeast Asian countries (ASEAN).
• Historical Insight: Provides a simplified yet comprehensive introduction to Imam al-Shafi’i, his birth in Gaza (150 AH), and his enduring legacy as one of the four great Imams of Ahl al-Sunnah wal-Jama’ah.
• Theological Framework: Analyzes the school's contribution to creed (Aqidah), law (Sharia), and ethics (Akhlaq). 

Benefits

• Academic Resource: An essential text for students and researchers of Islamic law and Southeast Asian history.
• Promotes Moderation: Highlights the "Wasatiyyah" (moderation) aspect of Shafi'i jurisprudence, offering a counter-narrative to extremist interpretations.
• Legal Context: Ideal for those seeking to understand the religious roots of modern legal systems in the Malay world.

Product Details
Title: The Shafi'i School: Landmarks of Moderation and National Unity
Authors: Dr. Haji Norarfan bin Haji Zainal, Sheikh Dr. Salim Alwan al-Husseini, and Dr. Mohammed Somaza
Publisher: UNISSA
Publication Year: 1443H / 2021M
ISBN: 9789991782539
Language: Arabic
Category: Islamic Studies / Jurisprudence (Fiqh)