Imam Sadiq’s Jurisprudence  Vol-1 (Ritual Purity)

Imam Jaʿfar al-Ṣādiq (ʿa, an honorific meaning ʿalayhi al-salām — “peace be upon him”) is regarded as having laid the foundations of Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh) through his vast knowledge, reasoned interpretation, and spiritual insight. His teachings remain a cornerstone for both Shīʿī legal methodology and broader discussions on the dynamic nature of law in Islam.

About the Book

Imam Sadiq’s Jurisprudence Vol-1 (Ritual Purity) is the first volume in an English translation of Fiqh al-Imām al-Ṣādiq by the eminent Lebanese scholar Shaykh Muḥammad Jawād Mughniyya. Translated by Dr. Farrokh B. Sekaleshfar and published by the Ahl al-Bayt World Assembly in 2009, this work offers a detailed study of Islamic rulings related to ṭahārah (ritual purity). It illustrates how Islamic law develops through contextual interpretation and rational deduction (ijtihād), reflecting Imam al-Ṣādiq’s enduring influence on legal reasoning. While focusing on purification and preparation for prayer, the work also shows how divine law remains responsive to the evolving needs of society.

What You Will Discover

The principles of ṭahārah (ritual purity) within the Jaʿfarī legal framework.
How Fiqh al-Imām al-Ṣādiq represents a dynamic approach to jurisprudence.
The methods of ijtihād (independent legal reasoning) derived from the Imam’s teachings.
The balance between textual evidence and rational deduction in Islamic law.
Practical rulings on purification, prayer preparation, and related acts of worship.
How this translation makes advanced Shīʿī jurisprudence accessible to English readers.

About the Author

Shaykh Muḥammad Jawād Mughniyya (1904–1979) was a leading Lebanese jurist, theologian, and reformist thinker whose works are known for combining scholarly rigor with clarity and practical insight. His Fiqh al-Imām al-Ṣādiq is regarded as a milestone in modern Shīʿī legal literature. The English translation by Dr. Farrokh B. Sekaleshfar preserves Mughniyya’s analytical precision and makes his insights available to a global audience.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is for students and readers interested in Islamic law, the principles of ijtihād, and the enduring contribution of Imam Jaʿfar al-Ṣādiq to the development of jurisprudence in Islam.