Bulugh al-Maram – with Commentary [French/Arabic]

Bulugh al Maram is one of the most renowned works in the Islamic tradition on legal hadiths. Written by the great scholar and hadith master Ibn Hajar Al-ʿAsqalānī, it holds an eminent place in the history of fiqh and hadith studies and has become a key reference for studying legal evidences drawn from the Sunnah.

The author’s aim is clearly stated from the outset: to gather, in a well-crafted format, the main Prophetic evidences upon which Islamic legal rulings are built. Rather than seeking exhaustive coverage, the work focuses on scholarly relevance. It selects with precision the hadiths that form the foundations of legal rulings, arranging them across the major chapters of fiqh, from acts of worship to matters of transactions and legislation.

Methodologically, Bulūgh al-Marām stands out for its balance between concision and rich content. Each hadith is chosen for its probative value and its ability to establish a rule or a legal principle. This approach offers clarity for study while maintaining a high scholarly standard, characteristic of the great hadith authorities.

Historically, the book answered a major need in scholarly circles: a work that directly links the Sunnah to fiqh rulings without requiring constant consultation of extensive hadith collections. It thus became a powerful synthesis, bridging transmission scholarship and legal application, and enabling students and scholars to work on solid and organized foundations.

Thanks to this design, the work has remained relevant across centuries. It has been widely taught and studied and continues to be a pillar for learning fiqh based on evidence. For a deeper study, you may also consult Commentary on Bulugh al Maram.