Why did the great scholars of early Islam sometimes differ? Why might a ruling appear to contradict an authentic hadith? In this work, Ibn Taymiyah considers these questions with respect for the learning and sincerity of the Four Imams: Abu Hanifah, Malik, al-Shafi‘i and Ahmad ibn Hanbal.
He outlines three broad explanations for apparent differences between their rulings and prophetic traditions, then explores ten reasons behind those explanations. A valuable read for understanding scholarly disagreement and approaching it with greater care and fairness.
About the author
Ibn Taymiyah (1263–1328) was a scholar of Islamic law, theology and Quranic interpretation. His writings include discussions of scholarly disagreement and the foundations of Islamic learning.
Author: Ibn Taymiyah
Format: Paperback
Pages: 164
Published: 2018
Dimensions: 140 x 215 x 15 mm - 240g
ISBN: 9781905837632
