Fiqh
فقه
سنة
Sunnah (as source)
Definition
The second source of Islamic law — the Prophet's ﷺ words, actions, and tacit approvals.
Example
The Qur'an says 'establish the prayer' and the sunnah shows how: Pray as you see me pray.
See also
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Sunnah (as ruling)
A ruling: the legal grade for deeds the Prophet ﷺ did regularly — rewarded if done, not sinful if omitted.
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Fiqh
Islamic jurisprudence — the understanding of practical rulings derived from the Qur'an and Sunnah.
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Ijmāʿ
Consensus of the qualified scholars of the Ummah on a ruling — a binding source when proven.
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