Shariaperustat

Shariaperustat is a Finnish-language term used to describe the principles and frameworks derived from Sharia law that serve as the basis for decisions and practices in organizations, financial activities, and social programs. The word combines sharia, the Islamic legal and ethical code, with perustat, meaning foundations or bases.

In finance and commerce, shariaperustat guide Sharia-compliant products and services, such as Islamic banking, Murabaha and Ijara contracts, Sukuk, and takaful. They prohibit interest (riba), excessive uncertainty (gharar), and gambling (maisir), and they emphasize risk-sharing and ethical investment. In philanthropy and social welfare, shariaperustat can govern waqf endowments and charitable allocations to align with Islamic principles.

In family and personal status matters, some communities apply Sharia-based norms to issues like marriage, divorce, and inheritance, typically through private religious arrangements within the framework of national law.

Governance and oversight are commonly provided by a Sharia supervisory board or a panel of scholars who issue fatwas or rulings to ensure compliance with the applicable interpretation of Sharia. In diverse or secular legal systems, organizations may maintain Sharia-based guidelines alongside national regulations, recognizing that interpretations vary across schools of thought and over time.

Critics note that the lack of universal standards can create inconsistencies, and debates continue about balancing religious principles with equal rights in pluralistic societies. See also: Sharia law, Islamic finance, Fatwa, Waqf.