Abu Hanifa

Abu Hanifa was an influential Islamic scholar and the founder of the Hanafi school of thought in Sunni Islam, which is one of the four major schools of Islamic jurisprudence. Born in present-day Iraq around 699 CE, he is known for his innovative approach to legal issues, emphasizing reason and consensus alongside traditional texts. His teachings prioritize justice and community welfare. The Hanafi school is the largest in the Muslim world, particularly prevalent in South Asia, Turkey, and parts of the Arab world, shaping Islamic practices and legal systems in these regions. His contributions have had a lasting impact on Islamic law.