5 Part Series on Crime & Punishment

Part 1 - Introduction

Introduction and the Islamic approach to combating crime.

Part 2 - Forms of Punishment in Islam

Distinguishing features of the Islamic penal system, and an introduction to the three forms of punishment which Islam has legislated for certain crimes.

Part 3 - Hudood – Prescribed Punishments

The first form of punishment – Prescribed punishments or ‘Hudood’, and the types of crimes for which it has been legislated, as well as the wisdom behind it.

Part 4 - Retribution and Discretionary Punishments

The second and third types of punishments, retribution and discretionary punishments, the types of crimes for which they have been legislated, as well as the wisdom behind them.

Part 5 - Objectives of the Islamic Penal System

A discussion of what the legislation of these types of punishment seeks to bring about in a society.

Recommended Reading:

What Does Islam Teach About Justice?

Justice and Fairness for All in Islam

Rights of Non-Muslims in Islam

Rights of Foreign Nationals in Islamic Countries

What a Billion Muslims Really Think (Video Documentary based on Gallup Poll done around the world)

“Evolution of Fiqh by Sheik Bilal Philips” - Free Ebook Download

Understanding Shariah