- Sharh al-Lum’at al-Dimashqiyyah: A commentary on the foundational text of Shia jurisprudence. This work elucidates complex legal theories while grounding them in the Qur’an and Hadith.
- Jami’ al-Maqasid: An ambitious compilation that integrates various jurisprudential principles, presenting them in a cohesive framework. Here, the author addresses contemporaneous legal issues with decisiveness.
- Al-Hadiyyah al-Karakiyyah: A distinct work that tackles the rules of obligatory prayers.
These texts are pivotal for any student of Shia jurisprudence. They provide not only legal rulings but also a methodology that delineates the Shia approach towards deriving laws from religious texts.
2. Theological Texts
Al-Muhaqqiq al-Karaki wasn’t solely a jurist. His theological inquiries encompass profound contemplations on faith, reason, and the attributes of the Divine. Key theological works include:
