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Periodical article Periodical article
Title:Kahdi Court and Appointment of Kadhi in Kenyan Colony
Author:Mwakimako, H.
Year:2008
Periodical:Religion Compass
Volume:2
Issue:4
Pages:424-443
Geographic term:Kenya
Discipline:Law
Subjects:Islam
Courts - Islamic
Abstract:Prior to 1895 when European legal institutions became dominant among Muslim communities in Kenya, ulama were prominent men of religion whose authority depended as much on their religious standing and moral authority. Ulama played significant socio-political and religious roles. However, colonial rule introduced structured justice and a court system that changed the way ulama operated. Their authority now rested on their legal expertise, colonial patronage and prestige of office. This inter play is discussed through a review of the appointment of Sharif Umar b. Abd Allah al Mahdaly to be Kadhi of Mumias in western Kenya during the Colonial Era. (Journal Abstract).
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