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Welcome to Our Research Group

Welcome to our distinguished research group, Maqasid al-Shari'a: Principles of Justice, Mercy, and Civilizational Development ('Umran).

Welcome to the official website of the research group specialized in the Objectives of Islamic Law (Maqasid al-Shariah);
a scholarly beacon dedicated to fostering Maqasid-based awareness and activating the universal values of Shariah—foremost among them justice, mercy, and civilizational development—as foundational pillars for building the human being, reforming reality, and advancing society and the world.

The group proceeds from a profound civilizational vision that views Maqasid al-Shariah as an integrated intellectual and applied project, one that transcends purely theoretical frameworks to actively contribute to addressing contemporary life issues, realizing the material and moral cultivation of the earth, and building the individual, the family, and society upon the principles of excellence (ihsan), balance, and ethical responsibility.

The group works on producing rigorous academic research and studies, grounding and activating the objectives of Shariah across various fields of life through scholarly approaches that combine authenticity with ijtihad, and a deep understanding of Islamic heritage with the demands of contemporary reality. This approach aims to enhance intellectual awareness and offer knowledge-based insights capable of contributing to comprehensive development and civilizational renewal.

As we open our doors to researchers and those interested, we firmly believe that scientific research is a mission, and that Maqasid represent a vital bridge between text and reality, values and practice, knowledge and civilization. We therefore welcome every responsible idea and every scholarly effort that seeks to serve humanity, safeguard human dignity, and revive the spirit of Shariah within people’s lives and institutions.
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