Freshness and Dynamism of Shi ah Fiqh

Shi‘ah fiqh has some characteristics, the like of which cannot be found in most disciplines.We can refer to three of these characteristics, which help to reveal some aspects of this discipline such as everlastingness of fiqh, comprehesiveness of fiqh and flexibility of fiqh which are of special importance.An exposition of the mentioned characteristics urges free thinkers to ask this important question: What is the secret behind the efficiency and ability of fiqh to meet man’s boundless needs and what is its mechanism?Mentioning the basic principles of the subject in question, this article tries to explain the reasons and factors of the high position which fiqh has in man’s social life and to clear up some misgivings about this issue.