Blind Adherence vs. Rejection of Madhhabs: Ijtihad, La Madhhabia, and Al-Ta’asub in Fiqh

Are we missing the middle ground in Islamic scholarship? Some hold tightly to one madhhab, while others reject the madhhabs entirely. In this video, we uncover the balanced approach: following a madhhab for structure without falling into extremes or abandoning scholarship altogether.

We explore how la madhhabia (rejecting schools of thought) risks creating gaps in understanding, while al-ta’asub (blind adherence) can close the door to valuable insights. This discussion covers:

• The role of tamazhub (structured learning within a madhhab) as a cohesive path to understanding fiqh
• The importance of ijtihad (independent reasoning) and its limits for students and laypersons
• How qualified scholars bring flexibility without discarding the principles rooted in Quran and Sunnah

You’ll gain clarity on these key terms, learn why balance is crucial, and discover practical guidance for anyone on the path of Islamic knowledge.”

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