Analogical Reasoning in Islamic Jurisprudence

What is the term for the principle of analogical reasoning in Islamic jurisprudence?

اسلامی فقہ میں مشابہت استدلال کے اصول کی اصطلاح کیا ہے؟
Answer: Qiyas

Overview

The term for the principle of analogical reasoning in Islamic jurisprudence is Qiyas.
Qiyas (قياس) is the principle of analogical reasoning in Islamic jurisprudence.
It involves using reasoning by analogy to derive a ruling or judgment in a particular case, based on a similar case or principle established in the Quran, Hadith, or previous juristic decisions.
Qiyas is one of the four main sources of Islamic law, along with the Quran, Hadith, and Ijma.
Qiyas is used to resolve legal issues that are not explicitly addressed in the Quran or Hadith, by drawing analogies between similar cases or principles.
The use of Qiyas requires a deep understanding of Islamic law and the ability to apply analogical reasoning in a way that is consistent with the principles of Sharia.
Qiyas is an important tool for Islamic jurists, as it allows them to apply the principles of Islamic law to new and complex situations.

Explanation

Qiyas (قياس) is the principle of analogical reasoning in Islamic jurisprudence.

It involves using reasoning by analogy to derive a ruling or judgment in a particular case, based on a similar case or principle established in the Quran, Hadith, or previous juristic decisions.


Qiyas is one of the four main sources of Islamic law, alongside:

  1. Quran (the holy book of Islam)
  2. Hadith (the sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad)
  3. Ijma (consensus of the Muslim community)
  4. Qiyas (analogical reasoning)
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