Mujtahid مُجْتَهِد
A scholar who has the knowledge and skills to derive rulings directly from the sources through ijtihad.
- Arabic
- مُجْتَهِد
- Transliteration
- Mujtahid
- Meaning
- Scholar qualified to derive rulings
- Topic
- Law & rulings
About Mujtahid
Scholars set strict conditions for a mujtahid, including mastery of Arabic, the Quran, the hadith sciences and the principles of fiqh. The imams who founded the schools are the best-known examples. Ordinary Muslims are generally advised to ask a trusted scholar rather than derive rulings on their own.
See also
These entries are general, mainstream explanations for learning. Where scholars differ, this is noted. For rulings and personal questions, please ask a qualified scholar.