متفقہ مآخذ سے مسائل کے استنباط میں علامہ انور شاہ کشمیری ؒکا اصولی منہج ( العرف الشندی کا تجزیاتی مطالعہ )

Allama Anwar Shah Kashmiri's Methodology in Deriving Shariah Rulings from Primary Sources of Islamic Law (Analytical Study of Al-Araf Al-Shazi)

Abstract

This research critically examines Allama Anwar Shah Kashmiri’s jurisprudential methodology, focusing on his seminal work, Al-‘Arf Al-Shadhi (العرف الشندی ), a comprehensive commentary on Sunan al-Tirmidhi. The study explores his multi-faceted approach to legal reasoning, incorporating the Qur'an, Sunnah, consensus (اجماع) and analogy (قیاس)۔

The research is based on a qualitative methodology, analyzing primary and secondary sources to highlight Allama Kashmiri’s jurisprudential contributions. By critically evaluating his works, this study identifies the underlying principles that shaped his legal reasoning and explores their relevance in contemporary legal discourse. The research aims to demonstrate that his approach, rooted in traditional scholarship yet open to critical inquiry, offers valuable insights for modern Islamic jurisprudence.

The findings establish that Allama Kashmiri was not only a preeminent hadith scholar but also a distinguished jurist, whose legal methodology continues to illuminate Islamic legal thought. His balanced approach—respecting classical jurisprudence while embracing analytical depth—sets an example for contemporary scholars. The study concludes that further academic exploration of his contributions is essential, particularly in the context of modern legal and societal challenges. His jurisprudential insights hold immense value for contemporary Islamic scholarship, urging a re-evaluation of legal methodologies in light of scriptural authenticity, scholarly integrity, and evolving societal needs.