An Analysis of Mansurizade's Opinions in his writings titled "Errors of Jurisprudence" in the Context of His Legal Procedure

Karadağ M. E.

2023 CILIS Islamic Studies Postgraduate Conference, Melbourne, Australia, 14 November 2023

  • Publication Type: Conference Paper / Unpublished
  • City: Melbourne
  • Country: Australia
  • Bursa Uludag University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Mansurizade, a notable intellectual in the 19th century, known as a Turkish nationalist with an Islamic scholarship background, effectively integrated traditional Islamic jurisprudence with innovative thinking. In his six articles titled "Errors in Jurisprudence" Mansurizade stresses the importance of adaptable and abstract jurisprudential principles that align with evolving societal norms. Notably, his critiques led to the revision of Article 46 in the Law of Judicial Procedures, broadening the scope of contractual elements. This paper examines Mansurizade's ideas about the differentiation between usury (riba) and interest (faiz), his reevaluation of the nature of contracts, and his challenge to established Islamic jurisprudential theories.