Classification of Shari'ah
Basically, Shari'ah(Shari'ah Kubra) can be classified into three:
(i) 'Aqidah: linguistically, the term 'Aqidah, is derived from the word 'Aqad which means tie or knot. From the Islamic point of view, 'Aqidah means strong belief in Allah the Almighty, Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w) and the Hereafter in the heart of a person.
'Aqidah is the main foundation in Islam and a starting point in order to be a good Muslim. It is reflected by the activities done by him. Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w) describes Islam as a building where its foundation is 'Aqidah. The foundation of 'Aqidah in Islam is the six pillars (rukn) of Faith (Iman). The said sic pillars (rukn) of Faith (Iman) are as follows:
1) Belief in Allah.
2) Belief in Angels.
3) Belief in Divine Revelations.
4) Belief in the Messengers.
5) Belief in the Hereafter.
6) Belief in the Divine Will.
(ii) Shari'ah Sughra or Fiqh: Shari'ah Sughra is also known as Fiqh or Islamic Law. Fiqh is the understanding or knowledge of Shari'ah rulings relating to human conduct derived from their respective particular evidences.
(iii) Akhlaq: In Islamic context, Akhlaq is the practice of virtue, morality and manners. Akhlaq covers all aspects of Muslim's behaviour, attitude and work ethics which influence his acts. The importance of Akhlaq in our life can be seen from the following sayings of the Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w): Narrated by 'Abdullah bin 'Amr: Prophet Muhammad said: "The best among you are those who have the best manners and character" [Reported by Bukhari].
So basically, Shari'ah Kubra consist of three elements:
(a) Aqidah.
(b) Fiqh/Shari'ah Sughra.
(c) Akhlaq.
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