Meaning & Origin
Maqasid refers to the ultimate objectives or goals of sharia law, which are to protect the religion, life, intellect, and property of individuals.
Spiritual meaning
Maqasid represents the deeper purpose and meaning behind the actions and decisions we make in life, in accordance with Islamic teachings.
Language details
Maqasid
Maqasid meaning: The noble and purposeful goals in life
ماقاصد
ماقاصد کا مطلب: نیک اور منظم زندگی گزارنے کے اهداف
ماقاصد
معنى ماقاصد: الأهداف الحسنة والمنهجية في الحياة
माकासिद
माकासिद का अर्थ: अच्छे और संगठित जीवन व्यतीत करने के लक्ष्य
ماقاصد
ماقاصد دا مطلب: ټولنې او کاروبار دا لاره کښې وخت او زور کاروي
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
mah-kah-SEED
/mɑːkɑːsid/
Lucky number
9
Lucky day
Thursday
Lucky colors
Life path
2
Lucky stone
Amber
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The term Maqasid is deeply rooted in Islamic jurisprudence, reflecting the importance of preserving and safeguarding the well-being of individuals and society as a whole. It represents the vision of Islamic law as a comprehensive framework for regulating every aspect of life, going beyond mere legal prescriptions to promote overall societal benefit.
From a spiritual perspective, Maqasid reflects the Islamic commitment to balance the pursuit of worldly necessities with the ultimate goal of seeking Allah's pleasure. The objectives serve as a reminder that every action and decision, no matter how small, should be motivated by a deeper spiritual purpose, with the intention of pleasing Allah.
Traditional Islamic name - Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture
Historical references
Ibn Rushd's 'Bidayat al-Hikmah' (1195-1198 CE), also known as 'The Beginning of Wisdom', in which he describes the Maqasid Al-Shariah as the ultimate objectives of Islamic law.
1195-1198 CE
Al-Shatibi's 'Muwafaqat' (1375 CE), a major work on Islamic jurisprudence, delves deeper into the Maqasid Al-Shariah, further expanding on their significance and implications.
1375 CE
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