The Concept of “Mafhūm Al-Mukhālafah” Among the Usūliyīn and their Impact on Jurisprudential Rulings

مفهوم المخالفة عند الأصوليين وأثره على الأحكام الفقهية

Abstract

Abstract:

The Mafhoom Al-Mukhaalafah is that which the Madlool (indicated meaning) of the Lafzh (wording) in the place or situation of Sukoot (silence) is in opposition to its indicated meaning (Madlool) in the situation or place of utterance. It is also called ‘Daleel ul-Khitaab’ (evidence of the address). The Mafhoom AlMukhaalafah is worked with in five types or categories which are: Mafhoom As-Siffah, Mafhoom Ash-Shart, Mafhoom Al-Ghaayah, Mafhoom Al- Laqab and Mafhoom Al- ‘Adad.

In this article we will discuss the Mafhoom Al-Mukhaalafah and its impact on jurisprudential rulings.