Pronunciation: [ʃˈɑːɹəɹˈa͡ɪ] (IPA) 
The word "Shara-i" is used to refer to Islamic law or Sharia. It is spelled with a combination of letters that don't follow the standard English pronunciation rules. The "Sh" sound is represented by the combination of the letters "Sh", which is pronounced as the "sh" in "sheep". The "a-i" at the end is pronounced as one sound, like the "i" in "bicycle". Put together, the word is pronounced as "shuh-rye" in IPA phonetic transcription.
"Shara-i" is a term derived from the Arabic language and is often used in Islamic jurisprudence. It refers to the Islamic law or the legal system governing the actions and behaviors of Muslims. The word "shara-i" translates to "pertaining to an Islamic code" or "relating to religious law."
As an integral aspect of the Islamic faith, Shara-i encompasses a comprehensive set of rules and regulations that guide Muslims in their personal and communal lives. It covers a wide range of areas, including worship, ethics, social interactions, family matters, contractual agreements, finance, and criminal law, among others. These regulations are derived from primary sources such as the Quran (the holy book of Islam) and Hadith (sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad).
Shara-i serves as a moral and ethical framework that guides Muslims in their daily activities, ensuring adherence to the commandments laid out by Allah. It strives to promote justice, piety, equality, and accountability within the Muslim community. Islamic jurists and scholars interpret and apply Shara-i principles to address contemporary issues and provide legal opinions (fatwas) based on their understanding of the Islamic texts.
It is important to note that Shara-i varies across different schools of thought and geographic regions, resulting in diverse interpretations and practices. The interpretation and implementation of Shara-i may also evolve over time to adapt to changing social, cultural, and technological developments, while remaining grounded in the core principles of Islam.
The word "Shara-i" is derived from the Arabic term "Shari'ah" (شريعة). "Shari'ah" is an Islamic legal system based on ethical principles and teachings from the Qur'an and Sunnah (example and practices of the Prophet Muhammad). It is often translated as "Islamic law" or "divine law". The word "Shari'ah" itself is derived from the Arabic root "شرع" (sh-r-'a), which means "to prescribe" or "to lay down a path".
