taqqosla
Taqqosla is a traditional method of comparing and contrasting two or more items, concepts, or ideas, commonly used in Islamic scholarship, particularly in the fields of hadith (Prophetic traditions) and fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence). The term originates from the Arabic verb *taqaasa*, meaning "to compare" or "to contrast." This technique is employed to analyze similarities and differences between related texts, ensuring accuracy in transmission and interpretation.
In hadith studies, taqqosla is used to verify the authenticity of narrations by comparing them with other
The practice extends beyond hadith, appearing in other areas of Islamic learning, such as tafsir (Quranic exegesis)
Taqqosla is not limited to classical scholarship; modern Islamic studies also employ comparative analysis to reconcile