Overview

The Hanafia Online Global Institute is proud to offer the Mantiq (Logic) Course, a foundational discipline in the Dars-e-Nizami curriculum. Known as the “Instrumental Science” (Aala), Mantiq provides the rules for correct thinking and the tools to protect the intellect from error.

In Islamic scholarship, Mantiq is essential for mastering Usul al-Fiqh (Principles of Jurisprudence) and Kalam (Theology). This course trains the mind to define concepts with precision and to construct sound, undeniable arguments, transforming how a student processes information and debates ideas.

What Topics Will the Course Cover?

Introduction to Logic

Definition, subject matter, and the history of Mantiq in Islamic thought.
The relationship between language and thought (Lafz and Ma’na).

The Science of Conceptions (Tasawwurat)

The Five Universals (Al-Kulliyat al-Khamsah): Genus, Species, Difference, Property, and Accident.
Definitions (Al-Qawl al-Sharih): How to create a “Complete Definition” (Hadd) vs. a “Description” (Rasm).

The Science of Assents (Tasdiqat)

Propositions (Qadiyyah): Categorical vs. Conditional statements.
Subject and Predicate: Understanding the “Mawdu” and “Mahmul.”
Opposition (Tanaqud): Identifying contradictions between statements.

The Syllogism (Qiyas)

Structure of an Argument: Combining two premises to reach a necessary conclusion.
The Figures of Syllogism (Ashkal): Mastering the first figure—the most reliable form of human reasoning.

The Five Arts (Al-Sina’at al-Khams)

Distinguishing between Certainty (Burhan), Dialectics (Jadal), Rhetoric (Khitabah), Poetics (Shi’r), and Sophistry (Safsatah).

What Will You Achieve?

Intellectual Discipline: Train your brain to think linearly and avoid logical fallacies.
Precise Definition: Learn to define complex Islamic and secular terms with academic rigor.
Debating Excellence: Gain the ability to analyze an opponent’s argument and identify its structural flaws.
Advanced Textual Access: Unlock the ability to read classical books on Fiqh and Aqeedah that rely heavily on Mantiq terminology.
Clarity in Speech: Express your thoughts with a level of organization and coherence that commands respect.

Course Structure

Categorical Progression: Moving from simple “Conceptions” to complex “Syllogisms.”
Diagrammatic Learning: Using flowcharts to visualize the relationships between different types of knowledge.
Practical Exercises: Applying logical formulas to contemporary debates and classical theological questions.
Textual Analysis: Introduction to the definitions used in standard texts like Mirqat or Isaghuji.

Key Features

Expert Logicians: Taught by scholars who specialize in the rational sciences (Ma’qulat).
Islamic Framework: Studying logic as a tool to serve the Shariah, not as an end in itself.
Interactive Drills: “Logic Puzzles” designed to test your ability to spot contradictions and invalid conclusions.
Comprehensive Handouts: Summary sheets of logical terms and their definitions.

Who Is This Course For?

Students of Knowledge preparing for advanced studies in Philosophy, Theology, or Jurisprudence.
Public Speakers & Debaters who want to strengthen their persuasive power.
Writers & Academics seeking to improve the structural integrity of their work.
Anyone who wants to understand the “How” of thinking and the “Why” of certainty.

Why Choose This Course?

At Hanafia Online Global Institute, we believe that the mind is a gift from Allah that must be sharpened. The Mantiq Course is the whetstone for that mind. By mastering the rules of logic, you ensure that your journey through the Islamic sciences is built on a bedrock of sound reasoning and intellectual clarity.

Mantiq (Logic) Course