Majallah

The Majallah is a comprehensive legal code from the Ottoman Empire established in the 19th century, covering civil, commercial, and family law. It formalized many Islamic law principles into a systematic, written framework to modernize legal processes and ensure consistency. Serving as a foundation for legal practice, it bridges traditional Islamic rules with contemporary legislative needs, influencing legal systems in the region. The Majallah’s detailed provisions helped regulate society, property, and personal status, making it an essential reference for understanding Ottoman legal thought and the modernization of Islamic law during that period.