DescriptionThis manuscript offers a rigorous examination of the institution of al-nikāḥ (marriage), delineating its maqāṣid (teleological objectives), its aḥkām (jurisprudential frameworks), and the complex socio-legal questions associated with matrimonial practice. The text explores the underlying purposes of marriage, such as fostering companionship, preserving lineage, and achieving spiritual tranquility. It further outlines the legal rulings that govern the validity, rights, and responsibilities of the marital contract. Additionally, the manuscript addresses intricate socio-legal issues arising in practice, including disputes, financial arrangements, and dissolution procedures. For researchers, this work provides a structured analysis of marriage as both a sacred bond and a legally regulated social institution.
Extentff. 95v-120r
PlaceIslahul Uloom Arabic College, Kerala, India
YearWritten in A.H. 1010/CE 1601-02
CitationMaqāṣid al-nikāḥ, Muḥammad bin ʻAbd al-ʻAzīz al-Kālikūtī, MAC36/CM4, vi, https://ari.nus.edu.sg/arabia-asia-archives/mac36-cm4-vi/
