Aims and Scope

Aims:
The Journal of Islamic Law and Jurisprudence (JILJ) aims to provide a scholarly platform for the dissemination of high-quality research on Islamic law (Sharia) and jurisprudence (Fiqh). The journal seeks to foster a deeper understanding of Islamic legal principles, their historical development, contemporary applications, and their interaction with modern legal systems. By promoting interdisciplinary and comparative studies, JILJ aims to contribute to the global discourse on law, ethics, and governance from an Islamic perspective.

The Journal of Islamic Law and Jurisprudence (JILJ)  aims to:

    • Develop research fields, methods, and approaches in jurisprudence and the principles of jurisprudence, with a special focus on second-order, metadisciplinary, and multidisciplinary contemporary studies.
    • Publish original and innovative research that meets high scientific and writing standards in the fields of Jurisprudence and its Principles, for the benefit of Islamic scholars and academics.
    • Promote scientific production and enhance the research capabilities of seminaries, particularly researchers, professors, and scholars in the educational centers affiliated with the Islamic Propagation Office of the Qom Seminary, Khorasan Razavi Branch.

The journal focuses on the publication of original, innovative, and up-to-date manuscripts containing rich scientific findings in one or more of the following areas: 

    •  New theories
    • A new interpretation of a theory
    • New proofs and arguments for a theory
    • New evaluation and critique of a theory
    • Comparison of two or more theories
    • New uses and adaptations for a theory

Scope:
The Journal of Islamic Law and Jurisprudence (JILJ) welcomes original research articles, critical reviews, and case studies that explore various dimensions of Islamic law and jurisprudence. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

  1. Foundations of Islamic Law: Quranic exegesis (Tafsir), Hadith studies, and the principles of Islamic jurisprudence (Usul al-Fiqh).

  2. Historical Development: Evolution of Islamic legal schools (Madhahib) and their contributions to legal thought.

  3. Contemporary Issues: Modern challenges in applying Islamic law, including bioethics, finance, human rights, and gender issues.

  4. Comparative Studies: Intersections between Islamic law and other legal systems, including secular and religious laws.

  5. Legal Theory and Philosophy: Theoretical frameworks and ethical considerations in Islamic jurisprudence.

  6. Case Law and Judicial Practice: Analysis of Islamic court rulings and their implications in Muslim-majority and minority contexts.

  7. Interdisciplinary Approaches: Integration of Islamic law with fields such as sociology, political science, and economics.

    The Journal of Islamic Law and Jurisprudence (JILJ) encourages contributions from scholars, practitioners, and researchers worldwide, aiming to bridge the gap between traditional Islamic scholarship and contemporary academic inquiry. The journal is committed to maintaining rigorous academic standards while fostering inclusivity and diversity in perspectives.