Research Article: The Prophetic Sunnah vs. Juristic Reasoning (A Dialogue) By: Honey bin Tariq (Journalist, Blogger, and Member of the American Society of Journalists & Authors, New York) 1. The Method of Prayer and the Hanafi Approach Question: When dozens of authentic Hadiths explicitly emphasize the method of prayer practiced by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his Household ( Ahl al-Bayt ), why do Hanafis insist on following Imam Abu Hanifa ’s opinions instead? Answer: This is a fundamental jurisprudential issue. In principle, the obedience of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is obligatory for every Muslim; he is the Seal of the Prophets and our ultimate role model. While the Imams serve as guides, their Ijtihad (reasoning) is a human effort prone to error. For a Muslim, when an authentic Hadith is clear, it must take precedence over any juristic opinion. 2. Authentic References for Raf-al-Yadayn (Raising Hands) Question: Are the Hadiths regarding Raf-al-Yadayn (raising hands befor...
Honey bin Tariq is Pakistani Journalist/blogger/Article Writer Member American Society and Author's New York USA, Trans Journalists Association New York USA,Multan Press Club WhatsApp+923015600789