AMI Press is delighted to announce the release of one of the most significant works in Twelver Shia Islamic jurisprudence, now available in a new bilingual edition.
Tabṣirat al-Mutaʿallimīn fī Aḥkām al-Dīn (Enlightening Students in the Laws of Religion) is a seminal work by al-ʿAllāmah al-Ḥillī (d. 1325), one of the most distinguished scholars in the history of Islamic thought.
This concise yet comprehensive manual of Twelver Shia jurisprudence (fiqh) systematically presents the principles and rulings of Sharia law across all key areas of religious and social life. From acts of worship and ethical conduct to matters of trade, marriage, and justice, al-Ḥillī’s work reflects an extraordinary synthesis of rational clarity, moral insight, and legal precision.
This publication by AMI Press offers a parallel English-Arabic text, making the work accessible to both scholars and students of Islamic studies worldwide.
- Translated by Nazmina Dhanji, this edition brings al-Ḥillī’s nuanced legal language into clear, accurate, and engaging English prose while retaining the integrity of the original Arabic.
- With an introduction by Professor Robert Gleave, a leading expert on Islamic law, readers are guided through the intellectual and historical context of al-Ḥillī’s jurisprudence and its enduring significance.
Together, this translation and commentary illuminate al-Ḥillī’s method of organising legal reasoning and his contribution to the evolution of Shia fiqh as both a moral and intellectual discipline.
Content
Spanning more than thirty books (kitāb), Tabṣirat al-Mutaʿallimīn covers every major area of Islamic law, including:
- Ritual Purity (ṭahāra)
- Prayer (ṣalāt)
- Fasting (ṣawm)
- Alms and Pilgrimage (zakāt, ḥajj)
- Commerce and Transactions (mutājir)
- Marriage and Family Law (nikāḥ, firāq)
- Judiciary, Punishments, and Retribution (qaḍāʾ, ḥudūd, qiṣāṣ)
Each section reflects al-Ḥillī’s remarkable ability to condense complex legal thought into a clear and teachable format, a quality that has made this text a foundational guide in seminaries and centres of Shia learning for centuries.
Why This Publication Matters
This edition of Tabṣirat al-Mutaʿallimīn is more than a translation; it’s a bridge between classical scholarship and contemporary readers. It provides:
- A pedagogical tool for students of Islamic law and theology.
- A reference for researchers studying Shia intellectual traditions.
- A spiritual and ethical guide that reminds readers of the moral dimensions of jurisprudence.
By bringing this classic work to new audiences, AMI Press reaffirms its commitment to advancing scholarly engagement with the Islamic tradition in a modern academic context.
Availability
Tabṣirat al-Mutaʿallimīn fī Aḥkām al-Dīn is now available for UK delivery directly from AMI Press and for worldwide delivery via Amazon. Purchase your copy below:
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About the Author
Al-ʿAllāmah al-Ḥillī (al-Ḥasan ibn Yūsuf ibn al-Muṭahhar al-Ḥillī) (d. 726/1325) was one of the most influential jurists and theologians in the Twelver Shia tradition. His works shaped the development of Shia legal theory and rational theology, earning him recognition as one of the foremost scholars of the Islamic Golden Age.
About the Translator and Contributor
- Nazmina Dhanji is a translator and scholar of Islamic studies, known for her contributions to making classical Arabic texts accessible to English-speaking audiences.
- Professor Robert Gleave (University of Exeter) is an internationally recognised scholar of Islamic law, specialising in Shia jurisprudence and the interpretation of legal texts.
AMI Press invites readers, researchers, and students to explore this new edition — a timeless contribution to the understanding of Islamic law, ethics, and scholarship.
