Legal Terminology

Radd (رد)
Radd: To send back or take back; to refute or respond. In Islamic law, it most often refers to taking back a repudiated wife.
ẒABT̤ (ضبط‎) in Islamic Law
Explore the term 'ẒABT̤ (ضبط‎),' its significance in Islamic law, and its various applications in governance and legal practice. Understand how ẒABT̤ represents procedures like attachment and sequestration of lands under government control.
Muddaʿī-ʿAlaih (مدعى عليه‎) - Definition, Etymology, and Role in Islamic Legal Context
Explore the term 'Muddaʿī-ʿAlaih' in Islamic legal context, its etymology, and its significance as a defendant in a lawsuit. Understand how 'Muddaʿī-ʿAlaih' fits into Islamic jurisprudence.
Khatn
Explore the term 'Khatn,' its implications, and usage within the Islamic legal and social context. Understand the relationships it encompasses and its importance in Islamic law and family structure.
RUBʿ (ربع‎) in Islamic Law
Explore the term 'RUBʿ (ربع‎),' its meaning and implications in Islamic legal contexts, especially regarding inheritance laws. Understand the circumstances under which a wife is entitled to a quarter of her deceased husband's estate.

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