The Risalah

The Risalah (often referring to Al-Risalah fi Fiqh al-Imam Malik by Ibn Abi Zayd al-Qayrawani) is a foundational manual of Maliki Islamic law. It summarizes the essential beliefs, acts of worship, and legal rulings based on the Maliki school. Written in clear, concise language, it covers creed, purification, prayer, fasting, zakat, pilgrimage, and basic social dealings—serving as both a primer for students and a guide for practicing Muslims in the Maliki tradition.