Law & Fatwas
Information and resources about Islamic law (Shari'ah), crime and punishment, fatwas, and schools of thought.
What is a "Fatwa"?
What is a fatwa? Who is authorized to give one, and must all Muslims follow it?
Sources of Islamic Law
Islamic law is based upon four main sources: the Qu'ran itself, the Sunnah or practices of the Prophet Muhammad; Ijma' or the consensus of Muslim scholars; and Qiyas or new case law decided upon by Shari'ah judges.
Shari`ah and Fiqh
Definitions of Shari`ah (sacred law) and Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), which provide Muslims with rulings on various matters.
Fiqh-us-Sunnah
Full text of the famous work by Sayyid Saabiq, which gives comprehensive treatment of fiqh (jurisprudence/legal) matters. The book has since been translated into dozens of languages and is used by Muslims throughout the world.
Ask the Imam
Fatwa service based out of South Africa
FatwaIslam.com
Comprehensive fatwa service, with postings arranged by category & answered by any of nine different shaikhs
Fatwa Online
Over two dozen scholars give Islamic guidance on questions of faith and practice.
Questions & Answers
Your questions are answered by Sheikh Muhammed Salih Al-Munajjid. Searchable database of previous questions, about all aspects of Islamic faith and practice.