Imam Abu Hanife in viewpoints and Attitutes

Understanding and getting to know the relation of the leaders of Islamic sects-all of whom lived during approximately the same time- can play an important role in bringing about peace and creating peaceful coexistence of the followers of different religions; particularly because all these sects were originated from one religion and all of them are related to one prophet. Accordingly, this article expands upon the features of Abu Hanife who is one of the leaders of most famous fourfold Islamic sects and whosefollowers account for the largest sect in Islam world. This paper also explains Abu Hanife’s aspects including his scientific and intellectual life, political life, relation with jurisprudence and Islamic epistemology, and support for the Alawiyans in fighting against the Omayyads during the Abassides dynasty.