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Q&A: The Khabar and the Inshaa’ in Usul ul-Fiqh

Question: As-Salaamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakaatuhu, The difference between the Khabar and the Inshaa’ was mentioned within the book ‘Usool ul-Fiqh’ of Sheikh Taqiuddeen, may Allah cover him in his mercy, and also in the book ‘Al-Kawkab Al-Muneer’ by Ibn An-Najjaar (rh) in addition to other books related to the Usool of the Aqeedah. The example of At-Talaaq (divorce) and Azh-Zhihaar (pre-Islamic Jaahil practise for divorce) was mentioned in the two books as being Inshaa’ just as Al-‘Alaamah Ibn An-Najjaar and others mentioned that the origin of Azh-Zhihaar is Khabar. My question: I find it difficult to understand and differentiate between the Khabar and the Inshaa’!! From Hamzeh Shihadeh Answer: Wa Alaikum us Salaam Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakaatuhu, Yes, the third Shakhsiyah book (The Islamic Personality Vol 3) does mention the Khabar and the Inshaa’. It was also mentioned in ‘Al-Kawkab Al-Muneer’ just as it was also mentioned the Talaaq (divorce) and the Zhihaar

The Holy Month of Ramadan and the Unholy TV Programs

Ramadan and all its innumerable blessings have been showered upon the Ummah of Mohammad ﷺ millions of Muslims worldwide vow to make this month to strengthen their bond to Allah and review their deeds seeking forgiveness and mercy. Millions vigorously read their copies of the Quran many hoping to complete the entire recitation before Eid. Meanwhile we find the entertainment industry rigorously preparing for this month as well, debuting their new shows, dramas and movies for the Muslims in MENA, i.e. the Arabic speaking countries, satellite television programs from children series to the other series airing a new episode every night. Starting their promotion trailers early before the start of Ramadan. Building up to the on start of the new shows and new series all scheduled to begin in the holiest month of the Islamic calendar. It’s a big time of the year for Arabic drama series – unveiling their new fresh lineup to ring the wide audience young and old – it has now become a common s

Questions and Answers on Adoption (Tabanne’y) - Sheikh Taqiuddin an-Nabhani

The following is a translation of an Arabic Q&A by Sheikh Taqiuddin an-Nabhani of Hizb ut-Tahrir. Questions and Answers on Adoption (Tabanne’y) An ideological party is a structure composed of individuals bonded to an ideology which they believe in and seek towards its implementing in the society. In other words, it is an idea that is embodied in a group of people who aim towards implementing this idea in the relationships of the society. The ideology would be considered the foundation or the soul of the party. Whereas, the existence of the ideological party would be manifested in the life through the party’s structure being based on the ideology and the embodiment of the ideology in the individuals of the party. However, this stage comes after a person is guided to the idea and establishes a party. Also, the strong inclination to establish the ideology in the society is the factor which distinguishes an ideological party from other types of parties. Therefore, to con