Qawāʿid al-Fiqhiyyah | The Burden of Proof Is Upon the Claimant | Shaykh Sulayman Amubieya

What should happen when two people dispute a claim in Islam? Who is required to provide evidence, and who takes an oath? In this beneficial Qawāʿid al-Fiqhiyyah Morning Class at Oke Sunnah, Shaykh Sulayman Muhammadul Awwal Amubieya (حفظه الله ورعاه) explains one of the greatest legal maxims in Islamic jurisprudence: الأصل أن البينة على المدعي واليمين على من أنكر “The burden of proof is upon the claimant, and the oath is upon the one who denies.” This foundational principle governs fairness, justice, and dispute resolution in Islamic law. It is applied in matters involving property, financial transactions, family disputes, contracts, and many other legal issues. In this lecture, you’ll learn: The meaning of the legal maxim “The burden of proof is upon the claimant.” Why Islamic law requires evidence before accepting a claim. When an oath is required from the defendant. The wisdom behind this principle in protecting people’s rights. Practical applications of this maxim in everyday life. Lessons from the Qur’an, Sunnah, and classical Fiqh. This lesson is essential for students of knowledge, judges, imams, Islamic law enthusiasts, and every Muslim who wishes to understand how Islam establishes justice through clear legal principles. 🎙️ Lecturer: Shaykh Sulayman Muhammadul Awwal Amubieya (حفظه الله ورعاه) 📚 Series: Qawāʿid al-Fiqhiyyah Morning Class 📖 Topic: The Burden of Proof Is Upon the Claimant and the Oath Is Upon the One Who Denies 📍 Venue: Oke Sunnah May Allah grant us understanding of His religion and enable us to uphold justice with sincerity and wisdom.