Abstract:
Islam being a comprehensive way of living, always thinks of the wellbeing of
humanity. It came up with unity, peace, progress and prosperity. Its basic tenets are set
down on the basis of solid and broad vision. That is why Islam has evolved constantly
among Muslim Ummah. After the demise of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), due to the
political situation, social disintegrations and sectarianism, the basic teachings were not
fully followed and there came obstacles in the implementation of these universal
principles.
As a result the fundamental principles of Islam were neglected due to little
differences in their beliefs. The minor variances were given more importance and the
universal principles were disowned, so the Muslim society could not remain united even
about their mutually agreed points and principles which were essential to keep Muslim
society intact. Consequently, Muslims failed to save their gratitude and dignity.
However there were, some intellectuals and lovers of Islam, who struggled to
bring forth the commonalties of Muslim’s sects to promote unity and regain the lost
dignity of Muslim Ummah. Their contributions to the cause of Muslim's unity are
immense which are included in this study.
“Fiqh.e Moqarin” as a term, “Majma.e. Jahani.e. Taqreeb Bein.ul Madhahib” as
a foundation and “Intra Faith Dialogues” a thought provoking series of dialogues, which
were aimed at bringing various school of thoughts closer.
This research is also a humble effort to put forward the prevailing resemblances
of Islamic jurisprudence among the major five school of thoughts, so it may bring
harmony, peace, affluence and tolerance to each other's ideas and beliefs. It is also
intended for bridging the gaps and end up the ideological infighting among Muslims.
