sharia

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Definition

Noun: 1. Islamic religious law: A comprehensive system of religious law and moral guidance derived primarily from the Quran (the holy book of Islam) and the Sunnah (the teachings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet Muhammad). It governs both public and private aspects of life for Muslims.

Usage
  • Sharia provides a framework for a Muslim's religious duties, ethical conduct, social interactions, and legal matters.
  • It is considered divine law, representing God's (Allah's) will for humanity.
  • The interpretation and application of sharia can vary between different schools of Islamic thought, cultures, and nations.
Examples
  • The court's ruling was based on the principles of sharia.
  • Scholars spend years studying sharia and its various interpretations.
  • Sharia covers areas such as prayer, charity, fasting, and business contracts.
Advanced Usage
  • Sharia-compliant: A term used to describe financial products, services, or actions that adhere to the principles of Islamic law (e.g., prohibiting interest payments).
    • The bank offers sharia-compliant financing options.
Variants and Related Words
  • Sharia law: A common compound term with the same meaning as "sharia." (Note: This is a compound term, not a variant of the single word "sharia").
  • Shariah: An alternative spelling.
  • Fiqh: Islamic jurisprudence; the human understanding and interpretation of sharia by legal scholars.
Synonyms
  • Islamic law
  • Divine law (in the specific Islamic context)
Notes on Different Meanings

The word sharia has one core meaning related to Islamic divine law. It does not have different, unrelated definitions. Perceptions of its application, however, can vary significantly.

Noun
  1. the code of law derived from the Koran and from the teachings and example of Mohammed
    • sharia is only applicable to Muslims
    • under Islamic law there is no separation of church and state

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