Rijal al-Khoei

3. Classification of Narrators

At the heart of Rijal al-Khoei is the classification of narrators into distinct categories. This includes the reliable (thiqah), the weak (da’if), and the unknown (majhul). Al-Khoei’s categorizations are not arbitrary; they stem from a complex evaluative process that considers a narrator’s life history, scholarly connections, and contributions to Hadith literature. Understanding these classifications is vital for comprehending the overarching framework within which Shia jurists operate.

4. Ethical Considerations in Rijal Studies