TAHDIB AL AHKAM
10 VOLUMES
AUTHOR;
Shaykh Abu Ja’far Muhammad ibn al-Hasan al-Tusi
tahdib al ahkam
10 VolumeS
Introduction to “Tahdib al-Ahkam” by Sheikh Tusi
“Tahdib al-Ahkam” (The Refinement of Laws) is a pivotal work in Shia Islamic jurisprudence, authored by Sheikh Abu Ja’far Muhammad ibn al-Hasan al-Tusi. Written in the 10th and 11th centuries CE, it is a comprehensive compilation of legal rulings derived from hadiths of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the Imams of Ahlulbayt. Sheikh Tusi’s goal was to refine and systematize Shia legal principles, organizing them into clear categories that cover various aspects of Islamic law, such as prayer, purification, and fasting.
The book distinguishes authentic narrations from weak ones and serves as a critical resource for both legal guidance and theological study. “Tahdib al-Ahkam” had a profound influence on Shia jurisprudence and continues to be an essential reference for knowledge seekers, shaping the course of Islamic legal thought in the Shia tradition.
Volumes (So FAr)
Volume ONE
RELEASED 15th of Month of Ramadhan –
TAHDIB AL-AHKAM – Volume One
Tahdib al Ahkam; Volume 1 by Shaykh al Tusi opens this foundational work with detailed rulings on purification, the essential basis for ritual worship in Islamic law. It covers the causes of impurity, the laws of ablution (wudu), ritual bathing (ghusl), and dry ablution (tayammum), along with related etiquettes and obligations. The volume also addresses rulings on menstruation, istihada, nifas, and janabah, as well as the use and purification of water, clothing, and other items. It concludes with guidance on preparing the dying and deceased, making this volume a core reference for understanding ritual purity in the Shii legal tradition.
Volume TWO
RELEASED 11th of Dhu l Qa’dah –
TAHDIB AL-AHKAM – Volume Two
Tahdib al Ahkam; Volume 2 by Shaykh al Tusi is a foundational work in Shii jurisprudence, dedicated entirely to the laws and rituals of Salat (prayer). Drawing from the narrations of the Ahl al Bayt (peace be upon them), this volume explores in detail both obligatory and recommended prayers, including special rulings for travel, prayer timings, the Qiblah, and the structure of the Adhan and Iqamah. It offers a comprehensive description of the fifty one daily rakahs, covering aspects such as recitation, bowing, prostration, and qunut, while also addressing issues like forgetfulness during prayer, valid clothing and prayer spaces, and the age at which children are instructed to pray. The book concludes with a section of additional reports that expand on earlier rulings, making this volume an essential legal and spiritual guide for anyone seeking an in depth understanding of Islamic prayer through the lens of Shii tradition.
Volume three
RELEASED 8th of Month of Muharram –
TAHDIB AL-AHKAM – Volume Three
Tahdib al-Ahkam; Volume 3 by Shaykh al-Tusi continues the detailed study of ritual worship with rulings on special prayers across the Islamic calendar and in exceptional circumstances. It covers the merits and laws of congregational prayer, the devotions of Ramadan, and the prayers of the two Eids, Ghadir, and seeking rain. The volume also addresses prayers during travel, fear, and necessity, as well as the prayer of guidance, gratitude, and the funeral prayer. Drawing on the teachings of the Imams of the Ahl al-Bayt, this volume preserves their devotional legacy while advancing the juristic method that defines Shi‘i legal tradition.
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