The Arabic term 'Shari'ah' literally means
Aa straight path to a watering placeCORRECT
Bthe book of divine guidance
Ca system of worship and prayer
Dthe collection of prophetic traditions
GCEIslamic Religious StudiesIslamic Law (Shari'ah)2021
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The word 'Shari'ah' is derived from the Arabic root 'shara'a', which literally means 'a path leading to a watering place' or 'a clear straight path'. This metaphor signifies the divine path that leads believers to righteousness and salvation. It is not a reference to books or worship systems specifically.
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