Encyclopedia of Muhammad

Faqeeh (فقیہ)

Faqeeh is an Islamic jurist or scholar specializing in Islamic jurisprudence, known as Fiqh. These scholars, known as fuqaha (plural), are well-versed in interpreting Islamic law, deriving legal rulings from the Quran and Hadith. Faqeeh play a crucial role in providing authoritative guidance to the Muslim community on matters ranging from rituals and ethics to social issues. They issue fatwas (legal opinions) and contribute to the ongoing development and understanding of Fiqh through their expertise in legal reasoning and interpretation.