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• Shara‘ man qablana refers to the laws and rulings of earlier nations mentioned in Islamic sources.
• It includes teachings from previous prophets like Musa (AS) and Isa (AS).
• In Islamic jurisprudence, it is considered a secondary source of law.
• It is accepted only if it is not cancelled or contradicted by Islam.

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• Urf means local customs or traditions accepted by a society.
• In Islamic jurisprudence, it can become a secondary source of law.
• If a custom does not contradict the Qur’an and Sunnah, it may be accepted.
• It helps in solving new social and legal issues.

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• Wahi-e-Jali means the clear and direct revelation from Allah.
• It specifically refers to the Holy Qur’an revealed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
• The words and meanings both came directly from Allah through Angel Jibreel (AS).

Additional information:

• The Qur’an was revealed over 23 years.
• First revelation began in 610 CE in Cave Hira.
• The first revealed verses were from Surah Al-‘Alaq.
• The Qur’an is divided into 114 Surahs.
• It is preserved in its original Arabic language.

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• Infaq means spending wealth in the way of Allah.
• It includes helping the poor, supporting good causes, and charity.
• In Islam, Infaq is considered a virtuous and rewarding act.
• It promotes social welfare and compassion in society.

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• Diyat is the financial compensation paid to the victim’s family in cases of murder or bodily harm.
• It is an important part of Islamic criminal law (Shariah).
• The purpose is to provide justice and compensation to the affected family.
• It may apply in accidental or forgiven murder cases.

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• Waqf land is property donated permanently for religious or charitable use.
• In Islamic terminology, it is called Arazi-e-Mauqoofa.
• Such land cannot be sold, inherited, or transferred.
• Its income is used for mosques, schools, or welfare purposes.

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• Misaq-e-Madina is the first written constitution/treaty in Islamic history.
• It was made by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in 622 CE (Hijrah year) in Madina.
• It established peace between Muslims, Jews, and other tribes.
• It is considered the first organized Islamic state agreement.

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• Ma‘ad (معاد) means the Hereafter or life after death.
• It refers to the Day when all human beings will be resurrected.
• In Islam, it is a key belief (Aqeedah) of life after death and accountability.
• It includes Judgment Day, reward, and punishment.

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• Bay‘ah (بیعت) means a pledge, oath, or agreement of loyalty.
• In Islamic history, it is an oath of allegiance to a leader or Prophet ﷺ.
• It symbolizes commitment and obedience.
• The word is derived from the Arabic root meaning “to sell” or “exchange agreement.”

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