Ibn Qudaamah (رحمه الله)

Date of Birth and Death:

Born: 1147 CE (541 AH) in Damascus, Syria
Died: 1223 CE (620 AH) in Damascus, Syria

Origin and Early Life:
Ibn Qudaamah, full name Muwaffaq al-Din Abu Muhammad Abdullah ibn Ahmad ibn Qudamah, was born in Jamma’in, Palestine, and later moved to Damascus. He belonged to a notable scholarly family and showed great promise in his studies from a young age.

Education and Teachers:
Ibn Qudaamah studied under several prominent scholars, including:

Ibn al-Jawzi
Al-Khiraqi
He traveled to Baghdad to further his studies, gaining expertise in Hanbali Fiqh, Hadith, and theology.

Expertise and Works:
Ibn Qudaamah was a leading figure in the Hanbali school of thought.

His significant works include:

“Al-Mughni”: A comprehensive encyclopedia of Hanbali Fiqh.
“Umdat al-Fiqh”: A foundational text for Hanbali jurisprudence.

Famous For:
Ibn Qudaamah is celebrated for his profound scholarship in Fiqh and his authoritative texts in Hanbali jurisprudence. His work “Al-Mughni” is particularly esteemed as a pivotal reference in Islamic law.

Character and Piety:
Ibn Qudaamah was known for his devoutness, integrity, and commitment to Islamic teachings. He was a model of piety and scholarship, deeply respected by his contemporaries.

Books and Teachings:
Ibn Qudaamah’s contributions to Islamic jurisprudence are still highly regarded today. His works are essential reading for students and scholars of the Hanbali school, and his legacy continues to influence Islamic thought and law.