Al-Madkhal ila al-Fiqh al-Hanafi wa-Kitab al-Hidaya المدخل إلى الفقه الحنفي وكتاب الهداية

Al-Madkhal ila al-Fiqh al-Hanafi wa-Kitab al-Hidaya (المدخل إلى الفقه الحنفي وكتاب الهداية) by Abu Bakr bin Fazl al-Karim is a comprehensive introductory study of the Hanafi legal tradition and its foundational classical text, Al-Hidaya. The work traces the historical development of fiqh from the time of the Prophet ﷺ and the Companions, highlighting how Islamic law was transmitted and systematized in the early generations.

It then examines the formation and distinctive features of Hanafi jurisprudence, explaining its methodological principles and scholarly character. The author also addresses common criticisms directed at the Hanafi school and Imam Abu Hanifah, offering a reasoned scholarly response grounded in the tradition.

The final chapter focuses on the hadiths cited in Al-Hidaya, discussing their authenticity, usage, and scholarly treatment—whether explicitly referenced or implied within the legal discussions of the text.

Published by Dar al-Ghanim, this work serves as an important bridge for students of fiqh, especially within the Dars-e-Nizami curriculum, guiding them toward a deeper and more informed engagement with Hanafi legal heritage.