Consensus in the view of Shi a researchers and its role in elicitation

Of most significant issues in consensus, various approaches to consensus reported by Imams (Pbut), theoretical and practical interaction of jurists with consensus as well as query revealed by consensus can be named. As a matter of fact, consensus is not really attributed as the forth reason. Taking the criterion of authority of consensus into account, reputation can also be a proof, just like consensus. That is why investigating martyr Sadr’s thoughts (may God have mercy on him) concerning probability turns out to be of supreme significance. The other crucial point is that, consensus of the early companions is the main criterion, and particular attention of high ranking jurists toward consensus and being reputed as early companions is of high importance. In addition to delving into fore – mentioned issues, this article discusses jurisprudential and deductive effects and advantages of consensus and reputation and comes to this conclusion that authoring Mowsuat – ol – Ijma' fi Al-fiqh A- shie (موسوعه الاجماع في الفقه الشيعي) is of utmost urgency in this era.