The Work of Ubaydullah ibn Ma’sud "Al-Vishah" And His Contribution to The Science of Balagʻa

Аннотация

This paper explores the life and contributions of the eminent scholar Allama Ubaydullah ibn Masud al-Bukhari, also known as Sadrush Sharia al-Asghar, focusing on his work Al-Wishah. A prominent figure in the Hanafi school of Islamic jurisprudence, Ubaydullah ibn Masud's legacy extends beyond law into the realms of linguistics and eloquence. The study highlights his educational lineage, influential works, and profound impact on Islamic scholarship during a tumultuous period marked by Mongol invasions. Special attention is given to Al-Wishah, a significant treatise on eloquence and semantics, which demonstrates the scholar’s interdisciplinary expertise. By synthesizing key elements of Miftahul-Ulum by Sakkaki and Nihayatul-Ijaz by Fakhruddin Razi, the work embodies a concise yet rich style that continues to influence the teaching of rhetoric and grammar in Islamic education. This analysis underscores the encyclopedic nature of Ubaydullah ibn Masud's scholarship, offering a fresh perspective on his intellectual versatility.