Literally "the path," this term refers to guidance from God to be used by Muslims to regulate their societal and personal affairs. The Shari'ah is based upon the Qur'an and the Sunnah of Muhammad (S.A.W.), and is interpreted by scholars in deliberating and deciding upon questions and issues of a legal nature.

Divine law, obligations and proscriptions for humanity, containing every public, private, family, social & national aspect of human life in perfect mercy and justice. Sidi writes of the Sufis, "Their Path is the Straight Path, and it is the Law of the one upon whom are the best of prayers, and the sweetest greetings: 'This is My Straight Way, so follow it.' He has walked with them on the righteous Path until the end: 'And unto your Lord is the ending.'"

A law.