The Islamic Legal Maxims

Islamic legal maxims are core principles that guide Islamic law, helping scholars interpret and apply it consistently. They serve as overarching rules simplifying complex cases, such as "No harm" (لا ضرر) which ensures no one is harmed, or "Certainty is not overruled by doubt" (لا يُجْرَ نفي اليقين بالشك) meaning established facts take precedence. These maxims promote justice, fairness, and flexibility, allowing adaption to new situations while maintaining core values of compassion, equity, and righteousness in Muslim legal thought.