Launch of the “Fiqh of
Balance” Conference in Istanbul: A Scholarly Vision for the Nation’s
Equilibrium and Renaissance
The scientific conference titled “Fiqh of
Balance” kicked off in Istanbul, Turkey, under the slogan: “Towards a More
Balanced and Prosperous Ummah.” The event is jointly organized by the
International Union of Muslim Scholars, Sultan Muhammad Al-Fatih Waqf
University, and the Waqf of Islamic Scholars, with the participation of a
distinguished group of scholars, researchers, and academics from various Arab
and Islamic countries.
The two-day conference (June 21–22) aims to
reinforce the concept of balance in Islamic thought and practice, transforming
the Fiqh of Balance from a theoretical framework into a practical methodology
that addresses contemporary challenges and the crises facing the Ummah.
Fiqh of Balance: A
Religious and Civilizational Necessity
In his opening address, Sheikh Professor Dr.
Ali Mohieddin Al-Qaradaghi, President of the International Union of Muslim
Scholars, affirmed that this conference crowns extensive scholarly and
foundational efforts aimed at establishing the Fiqh of Balance as a
comprehensive way of life that links theory with application across various
fields.
He stressed that the disruption of proper
balances—whether in understanding Islamic law or in practical reality—has led
to division and civilizational decline. He warned against reducing religion to
mere ritualistic practices, disconnected from constructive work, development,
and righteous action.
He emphasized that unity, progress, and
revival can only be achieved by returning to the true essence of Islam and by
applying sound religious principles in thought and behavior.
Fiqh of Balance: A
Response to Contemporary Transformations
In a recorded speech, Sheikh Mohamed
Al-Hassan Ould Al-Deddo Al-Shanqeeti, Vice President of the Union, underscored
the importance of practically applying the theory of balance in a way that
aligns with the rapid developments of the modern world. He viewed this branch
of jurisprudence as an effective tool for reorganizing thought and life on
balanced and legitimate foundations.
Understanding the
Texts Requires Methodological Balance
Professor Dr. Essam Al-Bashir, Vice
President of the Union and Deputy Head of the Trustees of Al-Aqsa Foundation,
affirmed that the Fiqh of Balance is one of the most critical methodological
tools for understanding partial texts within a comprehensive and integrated
vision. It protects scholars from intellectual and methodological deviation and
calls for adopting new approaches to address the Ummah’s issues, with the Fiqh
of Balance at the forefront.
The Absence of
Balance: A Cause of Civilizational Decline
Mr. Abdulwahhab Ekinci, Assistant
Secretary-General of the Union, stated that the Islamic reality suffers from a
lack of balance in both thought and action. He stressed that this imbalance has
been one of the key reasons for civilizational deterioration and noted that the
conference seeks to fill a significant jurisprudential gap in this vital field.
The Ummah’s Crisis
is a Crisis of Methodology
Dr. Abdulmajid Akrout, Head of the
Conference’s Preparatory Committee, emphasized in his speech that the
conference is a serious academic effort to revive the Fiqh of Balance. He
considered balance to be the path to sound understanding and societal renaissance,
which can only be achieved through solid knowledge and comprehensive insight.
Towards a
Contemporary Theory for Dealing with Legal Rulings
Professor Dr. Mohamed Al-Jamal, Head of the
Conference’s Scientific Committee, pointed out that the event presents a
renewed jurisprudential vision for dealing with Islamic legal rulings. It does
so through an integrated approach that combines deep foundational work with
responsiveness to a changing reality, asserting that the conference represents
a qualitative leap in contemporary ijtihad (independent reasoning).
Conference Themes:
Balance in Thought and Practice
The conference addresses five main themes in
its scientific sessions, including:
*The Fiqh of Balance in Islamic heritage and its
theoretical foundations,
*Causes of imbalance in the modern era,
*The impact of balance on religious and
intellectual discourse,
*Applications of the Fiqh of Balance in political
and social jurisprudence,
*Contemporary models for reviving this Fiqh to
address modern challenges.
The organizers hope the conference will
contribute to rebuilding religious awareness on the foundations of balance and
moderation and provide practical answers to contemporary challenges, inspired
by the spirit of Islam and its higher objectives.
(Source: International Union of Muslim
Scholars)
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