What Does Fiqh Mean?


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DEFINITION

Fiqh refers to how Muslims understand and practice the laws in Islam as revealed in the Qur’an and the Sunnah. Fiqh is Islamic jurisprudence. It explains how a Muslim is supposed to act or perform in their deeds.

Fiqh covers all major areas of a Muslims’ life including how to pray, how to conduct business, how to get married, how to clean yourself, and much more.

 

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