The Application of the Qiyas Method in Islamic Legal Reasoning: A Review of Fatwas by the Indonesian Ulama Council (MUI)

Authors

  • Iqbal Subhan Nugraha Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam (STAI) Nurul Iman, Bogor, Indonesia Author
  • Waheeda Waheeda Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam (STAI) Nurul Iman, Bogor, Indonesia Author
  • Ali Mutakin Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam (STAI) Nurul Iman, Bogor, Indonesia Author
  • Abdul Aziz Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam (STAI) Nurul Iman, Bogor, Indonesia Author
  • Iqbal Saujan Department of Islamic Studies, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka, Oluvil Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15032846

Keywords:

Fatwa, Islamic Legal Reasoning, Indonesian Ulama Council (MUI), Qiyas Method

Abstract

Fatwas play a crucial role in mediating between Islamic legal ideals and societal realities. This study examines the application of the qiyas method in fatwas issued by the Indonesian Ulama Council (MUI), focusing on its legal reasoning and relevance in contemporary contexts. Using a qualitative approach with content analysis, the research analyzes several MUI fatwas based on qiyas, including rulings on alcohol, Friday prayers on ships, and income zakat. The findings reveal that qiyas serve as a vital tool for MUI in addressing modern issues by drawing analogies from classical Islamic texts. This study highlights the dynamic nature of Islamic jurisprudence and the importance of qiyas in adapting Sharia to contemporary challenges.

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Published

2025-03-15

How to Cite

The Application of the Qiyas Method in Islamic Legal Reasoning: A Review of Fatwas by the Indonesian Ulama Council (MUI). (2025). IJoRIS: International Journal of Religious and Interdisciplinary Studies, 2(1), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15032846