Imam Abu Hanifa: The Merchant Who Became a Pioneer of Fiqh

Imam Abu Hanifa  رَحِمَهُ ٱللَّٰهُ was a pioneer of fiqh—but he did not begin his life as a scholar. He was a wealthy merchant who, after being encouraged by a scholar to pursue knowledge, transformed the field of fiqh. Known for his piety, generosity and resilience against oppressive rulers, his timeless legacy has shaped Islamic scholarship.