The Method of the Holy Prophet in the Distribution of Lands and Estates: Discussions and Modern Applications from Books of Amwal

Abstract

This study aims at analyzing those instances and traditions of the holy prophet (PBUH) which have been narrated in these books written on financial matters and which are not found in other books. Also, this study will help to devise such policies in light of these financial traditions which will be an addition to the subject and feeble economies of the contemporary world. As well, this study will elaborate on how many narrations are there in the books of Amwal in the early centuries, from which jurisprudential rulings are derived, and how can the economic system be improved by applying them to contemporary states and financial affairs? Also reviewing the historical evolution of books of Amwal and determining their types and constitutional requirements, proving the Sirah of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) as a source of legislation in financial laws and presenting the precedent from these books, as well as formulation and expansion of financial laws of modern Islamic states. Thus the main purpose of research is to find parables and arguments from the books of Amwal.