Sharia شَرِيعَة
The way set out by God for people in the Quran and the sunnah, covering belief, worship, ethics and law.
- Arabic
- شَرِيعَة
- Transliteration
- Sharia
- Meaning
- The divine path and law
- Topic
- Law & rulings
About Sharia
In its original meaning the word refers to a path leading to water, and it describes guidance for life as a whole, not only punishments. Fiqh is the human scholarly effort to understand the sharia and apply it to particular cases. Scholars often describe its aims as the protection of religion, life, intellect, lineage and wealth.
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.