Application of Sharia Principles in Religious Court Decisions in Divorce

Authors

  • Abdul Halim Hukum Keluarga Islam, Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara Author
  • Ajrina Tamimi Hukum Keluarga Islam, Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara Author
  • Andika Wahyu Yudhana Hukum Keluarga Islam, Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara Author
  • Alya Rahmah Hukum Keluarga Islam, Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.65358/haqqiyyah.v1i1.6

Keywords:

Shariah Principles, Religious Courts, Divorce

Abstract

The process of applying sharia principles to divorce decisions made by religious courts entails interpreting Islamic law and applying humanitarian and just considerations. This study finds that religious court judges apply the maqasid shariah principles particularly hifz nafs and hifz nasl in adjudicating divorce cases, especially those involving domestic violence or neglect. In addition, challenges and considerations in applying these sharia principles in handling divorce cases will also be discussed, as well as efforts to ensure that religious court decisions are in accordance with the values of applicable Islamic law and provide justice for all parties involved.

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2025-07-31

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Halim, A., Tamimi, A., Yudhana, A. W., & Rahmah, A. (2025). Application of Sharia Principles in Religious Court Decisions in Divorce. Haqqiyyah: Journal of Islamic and Legal Studies, 1(1), 39-48. https://doi.org/10.65358/haqqiyyah.v1i1.6

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