What are madhhabs?

Madhhabs are schools of thought within Islamic jurisprudence, which provide a framework for interpreting and applying Islamic law. The term madhhab derives from the Arabic word for "path" or "way," and there are several prominent madhhabs within Sunni Islam, including the Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi'i, and Hanbali schools. Each madhhab is associated with a particular scholar or group of scholars who developed its principles, methods of interpretation, and distinctive legal rulings. While there are differences among the various madhhabs in terms of their approach to Islamic law, they share a common commitment to the authority of the Qur'an and the Sunnah (the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad), and their rulings are recognized and respected by Islamic scholars and communities around the world.

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