How Do You Issue Fatwa
ABOUT THE BOOK
“How Do You Issue Fatwa?” is a clear and lucid English rendition of the acclaimed Urdu work “Aap Fatwa Keyse De?” by Mufti Sa’id Ahmad Palanpuri of Dar-ul-‘Ulum Deoband. This translation brings a valuable classical text to English-speaking students and scholars, making the principles of Islamic legal reasoning and fatwa issuance accessible to a wider audience.
The book is based on Sharah Uqud Rasm-ul-Mufti, a standard and highly respected work that is taught globally by leading scholars and jurists. Mufti Sa’id Ahmad Palanpuri has not only translated the text but also simplified and clarified its complex concepts, making it especially useful for students of Fiqh and Ifta.
This English version helps readers understand the profound contributions of Allamah Ibn Abidin Shami (رحمه الله) and offers practical guidance on the methodology and etiquette of issuing Islamic legal rulings. The footnotes include a concise review of the key books and scholars of the subject, adding further depth and scholarly context.
Ideal for students, researchers, and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Islamic jurisprudence, “How Do You Issue Fatwa?” is an essential resource for mastering the art and science of issuing fatwas in a modern context.
