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Sheikh Abdallah Bin Bayyah
President, Forum for Promoting Peace in Muslim Societies
🇲🇷 Mauritania|Usul al-Fiqh, Maqasid al-Shariah
Biography
A globally respected Mauritanian scholar known for his deep expertise in Islamic legal theory and higher objectives of Shariah. His approach to Islamic jurisprudence emphasizes the spirit of the law and its applicability to contemporary financial challenges.
Methodology Preference
AAOIFI Standard 21
Notable Positions
- Advocates maqasid-based approach to financial rulings
- Supports contextual ijtihad in modern financial transactions
Affiliated Organizations
Forum for Promoting Peace in Muslim SocietiesUAE Fatwa Council
Endorsed Frameworks
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