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What was the primary reason for Imam Malik to write Al-Muwatta?
What condition did Imam Malik set for the inclusion of hadith in Al-Muwatta?
How did Imam Malik organize the hadith in Al-Muwatta?
What was the significance of the title Al-Muwatta?
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Who were the initial reviewers of Al-Muwatta?
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What was Imam Malik's stance on following his book strictly for judgments?
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What age did Imam Malik begin studying hadith?
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In which city was Imam Malik born and spent most of his life?
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Study Notes
Overview of Al-Muwatta
- Named Al-Muwatta to simplify and make Islamic principles accessible to people.
- Compiled by Abu Abdillah Maalik Ibn Anas Ibn Maalik Al-Asbahi Al-Madani.
Author and Title
- Imam Malik named the compilation Al-Muwatta, meaning "the paved way" for the general populace.
- The compilation received approval from contemporary scholars, ensuring its recognition.
Subject Matter
- Contains jurisprudential hadith sourced from the Prophet Muhammad and subsequent scholars.
- Includes author’s opinions alongside the hadith to provide comprehensive guidance.
Reason for Compilation
- Created upon request from Abbasid caliph Abu Ja'far al-Mansur for a standardized reference of Islamic law.
Hadith Inclusion Criteria
- Focused on the most authentic ahadith that were widely practiced.
- Excluded rare and uncommon ahadith to maintain relevance and applicability.
Methodology and Structure
- Hadith arranged according to chapters of Fiqh, starting with the 'Book of Prayer Times.'
- Each chapter is divided into sub-chapters, referred to as 'Abwaab.'
- Prioritized ahadith with a connected chain (Al-Marfoo' al-Muttasil) before others.
About Imam Malik
- Born in Madinah and dedicated to staying there due to the presence of scholars.
- He was 86 years old at the time of his death and lived during the 1st century after Hijra.
- Began studying hadith at the age of 10, coming from a scholarly family.
- Demonstrated his work to 70 scholars for their approval which solidified its credibility.
- Rejected offers to move to Iraq despite requests, preferring to remain in Madinah.
- Started giving Fatwa, establishing himself as an authority in Islamic jurisprudence.
- Influenced later scholars, including Al-Shafi'i, demonstrating his significant impact.
- Created Al-Muwatta to provide a basis for judicial rulings but emphasized flexibility in its application.
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Explore the foundational concepts of the Hadith scholars through the lens of Al-Muwataat in this first lesson. This quiz delves into the background of the book, its author, and its significance in jurisprudential studies. Enhance your understanding of the principles that make this compilation a crucial reference for Islamic jurisprudence.
