Maqasid

Islam

Maqasid, also called maqasid al-sharia, is an Islamic legal doctrine concerning the goals or objectives of sharia. Along with maslaha, meaning public interest, it has become increasingly prominent in modern times. Al-Ghazali clearly articulated the concept, identifying preservation of religion, life, intellect, lineage, and property as essentials of human well-being. Jurists differed over whether maqasid was an auxiliary rationale or an independent source of law.

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Meaning: Goals or purposes
Related doctrine: Maslaha, public interest
Five essentials: Religion, life, intellect, lineage, and property

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Article: Maqasid (English Wikipedia)
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