Found 2 items, similar to IJTIHAD.
Indonesian → English (quick) Definition: ijtihad interpretation, investigation, opinion
English → English (WordNet) Definition: ijtihad ijtihad n : the endeavor of a Moslem scholar to derive a rule of divine law from the Koran and Hadith without relying on the views of other scholars; by the end of the 10th century theologians decided that debate on such matters would be closed and Muslim theology and law were frozen; “some reform-minded Islamic scholars believe that reopening itjihad is a prerequisite for the survival of Islam”