History of Islamic Legislature
Duration
Approx. 4 months
About the Course
Unveiling the Past, Shaping the Future: A Journey Through the History of Islamic Legislature
Nestled within the vibrant tapestry of Islamic civilization lies a fascinating tale of legal innovation and evolution – the history of Islamic legislature. This course invites you to embark on a captivating journey through time, exploring how Muslim jurists and lawmakers grappled with diverse challenges, shaping legal frameworks that guided societies for centuries.
In this course, you'll:
Unravel the origins: Trace the birth of Islamic law, delving into the Quran and Sunnah as its foundational sources, and understand the early legislative frameworks established by the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and his companions.
Witness the rise of empires: Analyze the development of legal systems under Umayyad, Abbasid, and Ottoman rule, uncovering how jurists adapted and interpreted law to address the needs of expanding empires and diverse populations.
Engage with legal minds: Encounter the giants of Islamic jurisprudence, like Imam Malik, Abu Hanifa, and Ibn Taymiyyah, and grasp their contributions to legal theory, schools of thought, and legislative innovations.
Navigate political dynamics: Explore the interplay between religious scholars, caliphs, and other political actors, understanding how their interactions shaped the evolution of Islamic legal systems.
Connect with contemporary realities: Examine the legacy of Islamic legislature in modern Muslim-majority nations, grappling with questions of Islamic legal reform, secularization, and the application of sharia in diverse contexts.
This course is for you if:
You yearn to understand the historical roots of Islamic law and its impact on Muslim societies.
You are fascinated by the interplay between religion, politics, and law in historical settings.
You seek critical thinking skills to analyze legal systems and engage in nuanced discussions about Islamic jurisprudence.
You desire to contribute to informed conversation about the role of Islamic law in the contemporary world.
Join us on this enriching journey through the history of Islamic legislature. Delve into the fascinating stories of legal battles, legislative triumphs, and ongoing debates, equipping yourself with knowledge to understand the past, engage with the present, and contribute to shaping the future of Islamic law. Enroll today and embark on a path of intellectual exploration and meaningful discourse!
Your Instructor
Dr. Aysha Wazwaz
PhD in Islamic Studies from Jinan University
M.A from Alquds University/ Palestine, major in Contemporary Islamic Sciences. Presented M.A thesis under the title of “The Portrayal of Islam and Muslims in the Neoconservatives Media in the USA”.
B.A in Islamic Jurisprudence, Alquds University/ Dawa and Fundamentals of Islam College- 2003. Main fiqh Shaikh/professor Dr. Husam Adin Afaneh.
Graduated High school/MN, USA- 1998
Studied rules of tajweed (i.e. rules of Quranic recitation) at Dar Al-quran in Masjid al Aqsa 1999-2000,
Studied different Islamic sciences at Dar Al-hadith in Masjid Alaqsa- 1995
Schooling was in American and Arabic schools, which gifted me to mastering both English and Arabic languages.
Teaching Experiences:
Currently teaching fiqh (i.e. Islamic Legislature) (Family Fiqh, Fiqh of Worship, Islam for teenagers , Introduction to Islamic Legislature, Morals and Behaviors in Islam, Tajweed (science of Quranic recitation)… and other Islamic sciences in both Arabic and English languages at the Islamic University of Minnesota since 2007- until the time of today (2007-2010)
Arabic as a second language for non Arabic speakers held in Masjid Alhuda/MN
Lectured at the Swedish Theological Institute in Jerusalem/ Palestine. Subjects covered: Women in Islam, Polygamy in Islam, Hijab in Islam, Ramadan and Islam.
Held women’s halaqas and lectures. Subjects covered: Women’s fiqh, Arabic language, Quran tajweed and tafseer.
Women’s weekly halaqa’s in Masjid Alaqsa/ Palestine
Lectured at Noon Center in RamAllah/ Palestine, presented a paper on “Islam in the American Media and its Effects on the Ummah”.
Lectures for teenagers concerns in Al-Eman Schools/ Jerusalem/ Palestine, and U.S.A
Courses in ways of using internet for speaking about Islam, held at Dawa College/ Alquds Uni.
Courses in referencing and library use for shari’a students
Lectured at Science and Technology College/ Alquds Uni. Topics presented Muslim women and the ummah.
Lectures on women’s fiqh and Tafseer Surah Alnur (in Arabic and English) at Masjid Alhuda/ Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Lectures covering issues that concern teenagers and women’s concerns at Masjid dar Alfarooq/ Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Lectures about Islam at North Hennepin community College
Lecture about Ramdan at Century College/ Minnesota.
Several lectures at Normandale Community College/ Bloomington/MN
Lectures in Augsburg College/ MN. Topics were: Women in Islam, Muslims Stereotyped and other open dialogue about Islam.
Lectures at the University of Minnesota, invited by MSA, topic: Women In Islam (2009), Marriage in Islam (2012)
Lecture in St. Paul College about “Spirituality in Islam” (2012)
Online Halaqas, subjectes covered: Purification and Women, How to be Steadfast During Hardships, How to Live as Muslims in the West?, Teenagers and Islam in America.