Umdat Al-Fiqh Explained - A Commentary on Ibn Qudamah’s The Reliable Manual of Fiqh (2 Vol Set) newer version of fiqh of worship
Umdat Al-Fiqh Explained - A Commentary on Ibn Qudamah’s The Reliable Manual of Fiqh (2 Vol Set) newer version of fiqh of worship
Publisher:
IIPH (International Islamic Publishing House)
Author:
Dr. Hatem al-Haj
Language:
English
Binding:
Hard Cover
Pages: 1234
Size: 9.5 × 6.8 × 1.3 inches
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Description of islamic Book
This comprehensive 2-volume Islamic jurisprudence set by Dr. Hatem Al-Haj, based on the classical work of Imam Ibn Qudamah. “Umdat Al Fiqh Explained” is a detailed commentary on the famous Hanbali fiqh manual, offering clear explanations and practical understanding of Islamic rulings.The author discusses important fiqh topics while also mentioning opinions from other schools of Islamic jurisprudence, making this set beneficial for English-speaking students, researchers, and seekers of knowledge. The books include helpful explanations, references, and simplified presentation for easier study and understanding.
Features
- 2 Volume Hardcover Set
- Written by Dr. Hatem Al-Haj
- Commentary on Ibn Qudamah’s Classical Fiqh Text
- Covers Hanbali Jurisprudence
- Includes Comparative Fiqh Discussions
- Suitable for Advanced Islamic Studies
From Author:
UMDAT AL FIQH EXPLAINED is a translation of and commentary on ibn Qudamah's highly esteemed 'Umdat al Fiqh' an abridged book of fiqh (islamic jurisprudence) according Hanbali school Dr. Hatem Al- Haj has translated and elaborated on it, noting the opinions of other schools of islamic jurisprudence. Thus giving the English-speaking student a broader base for his or her understanding of fiqh.
2 VOLUME SET.
Hardback cover.
Content:
Main Topics Covered
- Purification (Taharah)
- Wudoo’ and Ghusl
- Tayammum
- Menstruation and postpartum bleeding
- Prayer (Salah)
- Adhan and Iqamah
- Congregational prayer
- Traveler’s prayer
- Prayer of the sick
- Prostration of forgetfulness
- Voluntary prayers
Importance of the Book
This book is valuable because it bridges:
- Classical Islamic jurisprudence
- Contemporary explanation and teaching
- Practical worship guidance
- Traditional scholarship with modern readability
It is particularly beneficial for:
- Students of fiqh
- Islamic study circles
- Teachers and researchers
- Muslims seeking deeper understanding of worship
Publisher
IIPH (International Islamic Publishing House)
Author
- Dr. Hatem al-Haj
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Sample Pages - Content
Page:01
UMDAT AL-FIOH EXPLAINED
A Commentary on Ibn Qudâmah's The Reliable Manual of Figh
Vol. 1
Worship & Commerce
شرح عمدة الفقه
Commentary and Translation by Dr. Hatem al-Haj
Page:02
CONTENTS
Pronunciation and Transliteration Chart.
Arabic honorific symbols
About the Word 'Lord'
Publisher's Note
Preface
About the Author, Ibn Qudâmah..
About 'Umdat al-Fiqh
Key to Abbreviations..
Introduction to 'Umdat al-Fiqh...
The Book of Purification
Chapter on the Rulings on the Types of Water. [General Rulings Concerning Water for Purification]. [Water Mixed with Impure Substances: Flowing
versus Stagnant - Large versus Small Amount]. [Water Mixed with Pure Substances and Used Water] [Doubts Regarding Purity]..
[Removing Various Impurities].
[Human Semen and Urine of Livestock are Pure].
Chapter on Vessels and Utensils
[Forbidden Utensils]....
[Permissible Vessels and Those of the People of the Book]
[Pure and Impure Parts of Dead Animals]....
Chapter on Using the Lavatory..
[What to Say and Do When Entering the Lavatory].
[Etiquette of Defecation and Urination].
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Umdat al-Fiqh Explained (Vol. 1)
[Etiquette of Cleaning Oneself]..
Chapter on Wudoo' (Minor Ablution)
[Necessity of Intention].
[Description of Wudoo']
[Mandatory Actions].
[Recommended (Sunnah) Acts].
[Siwak - Oral Hygiene]
Chapter on Wiping over (Leather) Socks..
[Ruling, and What to Wipe over]..
[Duration of the Wiping Period]
[Expiry of the Wiping Period, or the Removal of Socks]
[Traveler Becoming Resident and Vice Versa]
[Wiping over Turbans]...
[Must Have Been Put On while Having Complete Wudoo'].
[Wiping over Bandages]
[For Women].
Chapter on the Nullifiers of Wudoo'
Chapter on Major Ablution (Ghusl)
for Major Sexual Ritual Impurity
[Unbraiding the Hair].
[Matters of Intention]..
Chapter on Tayammum (Dry Ablution)
[Description]
[Conditions].
[What Invalidates Tayammum
Chapter on Menstruation.
[What Menstruation Makes Unlawful]
[What is Due upon its Occurrence].
[When to Resume Premenstrual Functions]
[Duration, Beginning, and End of Menstruation]
[Cases of Confusion]
Chapter on Postpartum Bleeding
Page:04
The Book of Prayer
Contents
[Importance of the Prayer and the Ruling on One Who Abandons It]
Chapter on Adhân and Iqâmah .
Chapter on Conditions of Prayer..
Chapter on the Etiquette of Walking to the Prayer
Chapter on the Description of the Prayer
Chapter on the Pillars and
Mandatory Actions of the Prayer
[Pillars] ...
[Mandatory Acts].
[Recommended Acts].
Chapter on the Two Prostrations of Forgetfulness.
[Types of Forgetfulness]
[When to Make the Prostration of Forgetfulness]
[About the Ma'moom]..
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Chapter on Supererogatory Prayers
Chapter on the Times When Ṣalâh Is Prohibited
Chapter on Imamate (Leading the Prayer)
[Who Leads the Prayer]
[Invalid Imamate]
[Position of the Ma'moom]
[Catching the Reward of the Congregation and Catching the Rak'ah].
Chapter on the Prayer of the Sick Person
[Positions of Prayer when One is Sick].
[Make Up After Coma]
[Combining the Prayers due to Sickness]
[Other Times When Combining Prayers Is Permissible].
Chapter on the Prayer of the Traveler