We're dedicated to equipping Muslims with the knowledge and resources necessary to navigate the complexities of the modern world while remaining rooted in Islamic tradition.
Fawatih focuses on providing answers to daily questions about Islamic responsibilities and beliefs, while also conducting in-depth research on contemporary fiqh issues. We advocate traditional Islamic values by countering the spread of liberal ideologies and analyse public policies for their direct impact on Muslim lives.
ʿAqidah: Ahl al-Sunnah wa al-Jama'ah (Maturidi)
Fiqh: Hanafi
Fawatih (فواتح) means beginnings; openings; commencements. The name is inspired by the famous Prophetic narration wherein the Prophet ﷺ said: "Islam began as something strange, and it will revert to being strange just as it began. So, glad tidings for the strangers" [Muslim].
بَدَأَ الْإِسْلَامُ غَرِيبًا وَسَيَعُودُ كَمَا بَدَأَ فَطُوبَى للغرباء
The name "Fawatih" is also inspired by the renowned Usul al-Fiqh commentary Fawatih al-Rahmut, written by the distinguished Indian scholar, 'Allamah Abdul 'Ali al-Lakhnawi. This work is a commentary on the well-known Usul al-Fiqh text Musallam al-Thubut.
Muhammad Kalim, the founder of Fawatih and Islamative Finance, is an LLB Law graduate with a background in traditional Islamic sciences and formal Ifta training (mufti) from al-Jamiah al-Ashrafiah, India. He actively conducts research and provides answers to fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence) questions, contributing to the understanding and application of Islamic principles in contemporary contexts. His interest also extends to the field of Islamic finance, where he offers clarity on financial matters and wealth management within the framework of Islamic principles.
