Lecture on Jurisprudence (Fiqh) and Purification (Taharah)

Importance of Fiqh

• Fiqh is an essential branch of Islamic Sciences.
• First accountability on Judgment Day: A person's prayer.
• Prophet's Saying: "Whomever Allah wills goodness for, He gives him understanding in religion."
• Emphasizes the necessity of knowing one's religion to ensure salvation on Judgment Day.

Structure of Fiqh Books

• All Fiqh books start with the chapter on purification (Taharah).
• Purification is a vital condition for the validity of prayer.

Definitions of Purification (Taharah)

• Linguistic Definition: Cleanliness or keeping away from dirt and filth.
• Islamic (Legislative) Definition: Divided into spiritual and physical purification.

Spiritual Purification

• Not the focus of this lecture.
• Non-Muslims considered spiritually impure (Najas) for not worshiping Allah as directed.
• Quranic reference: