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PrefaceBySecretary-General, Islamic Fiqh CouncilDr. Saleh Ibn Zabin Al-Marzooqi Al-BuqamiPraise be to Allah for His unlimited favoursSpecially, the favour of IslamPeace be on His Messenger, Prophet Muhammad andall those who followed his guidanceIslam in its essence is a comprehensive message to humanitywhich is suitable for all times and places. Among the distinctcharacteristics of this religion is moderation and middle path,because it keeps up with human progress and regulates itaccording to the Divine Law in the universe. The rules of Islamare in fact, mercy for human beings to serve or accomplish theirinterests and prevent or remove hardship away from them, asAllah says: “He has imposed no difficulties on you in religion.”(Qur’an, 22:78)Among the most prominent characteristics of the IslamicShari’ah is its clarity as well as the balance of its principles,which provide no scope for any misuse. In our age when morecomplicated and challenging issues have emerged in the Muslimsocieties as a result of the scientific and cultural advancement,which the humanity never experienced in the past, AlmightyAllah has blessed us with the establishment of Fiqh councils andShari’ah boards so that they become the means of collectiveIjtehad and our religion remains secure from any contradictionand confusion.They have in fact become source of authority and are beingconsulted in the complex and pressing issues and problems,21