International Journal of Religious and Interdisciplinary Studies
Vol 2 No 2 (2025): September

Talfeeq in Islamic Jurisprudence: Classical Debates, Cross-Madhhab Analysis, and Contemporary Applications

Ganai, Zafer Ahmad (Unknown)
Nabi, Nasir (Unknown)



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Publish Date
26 Nov 2025

Abstract

This article examines talfeeq—the combination of juristic rulings from different Sunni schools of Islamic law—as its material object, focusing on its historical evolution, doctrinal boundaries, and contemporary relevance. The study aims to clarify the legitimacy of talfeeq, evaluate the divergent positions of classical and modern jurists, and determine the extent to which talfeeq can function as a valid jurisprudential tool in modern legal systems. Using a qualitative doctrinal method, the research analyzes classical fiqh texts, contemporary scholarly writings, and recent resolutions from international fiqh academies through comparative and thematic analysis. The study finds that while the majority of classical jurists imposed strict limitations on talfeeq, modern legal institutions increasingly adopt it to address financial, familial, and socio-legal complexities that cannot be resolved within a single school. The findings also indicate that talfeeq, when aligned with maqāṣid al-sharī‘ah and applied within coherent methodological safeguards, enhances legal flexibility without undermining jurisprudential integrity. The article contributes to contemporary Islamic legal studies by offering a structured comparative framework for understanding talfeeq, bridging classical debates with current applications, and highlighting methodological criteria necessary for its responsible use.

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ijoris

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Focus The International Journal of Religious and Interdisciplinary Studies (IJoRIS) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal that provides a platform for the publication of high-quality research at the intersection of religious studies and interdisciplinary scholarship. Scope IJoRIS welcomes ...