The relevance of Ijtihad in the modern world

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1. Ijtihad: meaning and place in sharia
2. Principles of Ijtihad: the order of the sources
3. Principles of Ijtihad: conditions and method
4. Qualities of a mujtahid
5. The significance of Ijtihad in the interpretation of law
6. Decisions arrived at through Ijtihad
7. The relevance of Ijtihad in the modern world
8. Applying Ijtihad: a case study and review