This article provides a sketch of the historical antecedent to 11th century theory maqāṣid al-sharī‘a (the purposes law). I examine role human benefit (maṣlaḥa) within classical Shafi‘i school, focusing on 10th and centuries. show that law gave consideration central in interpretation scripture. is attested both texts legal (uṣūl al-fiqh) substantive (furū‘ al-fiqh). Importantly, also explain ho...
