Archives for Shari’ah

Shari’ah Bar Exam Memory Hacks

Let’s face it—memorizing the provisions of the Muslim Code (PD 1083) can feel overwhelming, but with the right memory hacks, you’ll not only retain them but also recall them effortlessly when it counts. When it comes to memorization, especially for something as detailed as the Muslim Code, mnemonics are a game-changer. They turn complex provisions into bite-sized, memorable chunks, making recall during study sessions and the exam a breeze. In this post, I’ll share with you the very mnemonics that
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Thanks for Reviewing “Cracking the Shari’ah Code”!

A heartfelt shoutout to one of our readers from Marawi City for this thoughtful and inspiring feedback on “Cracking the Shari‘ah Code: Insider Tips and Tricks for Super Busy Professionals to Pass the Shari‘ah Bar Exam”: “I was truly impressed by how the author, Brother Dr. Mansoor Limba, explained everything in such detail. The book is not just theoretical—it also offers very specific and practical instructions. “I gained a deeper understanding of the importance of capturing key mnemonics and familiarizing
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Thank You for Ordering “Cracking the Shari’ah Code”!

A big shoutout to our readers from Cotabato City, Marawi City, Davao City, and Quezon City — your orders are in, and you’re one step closer to cracking the code! “Cracking the Shari‘ah Code: Insider Tips and Tricks for Super Busy Professionals to Pass the Shari‘ah Bar Exam” is designed to be your trusted companion as you navigate the path to success in the Shari‘ah Bar. Let’s keep the momentum going! Order your copy today: Paperback (Philippines): https://bit.ly/ShariahCode Paperback via
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Dedication – “Cracking the Shari’ah Code”

“Dedicated to Mom Tana’s Muntasirūn Kids” – – – What struck me most was not just the formalities, but the sense of community. Later, I found Ma’am Tana at the pantry just outside the auditorium, arranging food items. She smiled warmly, “We don’t have a catering service here. Everything you see is what the participants bring to share.” Coffee, tea, native Moro delicacies, pizza, pancakes—everyone contributed something. The pantry was a microcosm of the generosity and selflessness that defined the
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“Cracking the Shari’ah Code” – Get Your Preorder Discount Now!

Mansoor Limba, CRACKING THE SHARI ‘AH CODE: INSIDER TIPS AND TRICKS FOR SUPER BUSY PROFESSIONALS TO PASS THE SHARI ‘AH BAR EXAM. ElziStyle Bookshop, 2025. Pre-order your copy now for only P450 instead of the regular P550 price. Order Form: https://bit.ly/ShariahCode 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 Are you a busy professional dreaming of passing the Shari‘ah Bar Exam but struggling to find the time to prepare? “Cracking the Shari‘ah Code” is the ultimate guide to help you turn that dream into reality.
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Birthing Shari‘ah Public Assistance Office (SPAO)

While still deeply engrossed in a spirited conversation on Institutional Partnerships and Linkages with 39 passionate police lieutenant colonels, alongside a handful of fire and jail superintendents in their Public Safety Officers Senior Executive Course (PSOSEC) at the National Police College, my phone buzzed. It was a Facebook Messenger notification—a snapshot of a page, captioned: “Committee Report na.” Three hours later… Navigating through heavy traffic on my way back to the Metro after the whole day’s conversation, my Messenger chimed
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Our Sentiment While Unveiling

As we unveiled and launched the BARMM Barangay Justice System Training Manual today, we also carry the sentiment that it could have been more comprehensive had it not been finalized prior to the approval of the following relevant legal documents: • The Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the Bangsamoro Local Governance Code (BLGC) • The Bangsamoro Tri-justice Legal Framework • Bangsamoro Autonomy Act No. 64, or the Bangsamoro Indigenous Peoples’ (IPs) Act of 2024 (which was signed into law
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From Seed to Shade

What began as a seed, planted through the introduction to legal pluralism and the tri-justice system in the Procedures in Shari’ah Court subject of the Shari’ah Training Seminar under Atty. Mehol Sadain, has now grown into a tree in the form of the BARMM Barangay Justice System Training Manual. Tomorrow marks its official book launch. It is hoped that this tree will provide value to those who seek benefit—whether from its shade, fruits, flowers, or leaves, as the case may
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Language, Hat, Travel: A Weddine Message

A‘ŪDHU BILLĀHI MINASH-SHAYṬĀNIR-RAJĪM. BISMILLĀHIR-RAḤMĀNIR-RAḤĪM SALĀMUN ‘ALAYKUM WA RAḤMATULLĀHI WA BARAKĀTUH! At the outset, I would like to extend our courtesies to Their Royal Highness, the two Sultans of the Royal Sultanate of Sulu who bless this occasion with their royal presence, our distinguished ustādh here, Ustādh Datu Norhassan Bahjin, other members of the royalty, dignitaries, sponsors, guests, ladies and gentlemen. [This time I would like to talk not from a theoretical platform but rather from a practical perspective; not for
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My First Day of Shari’ah Training

It was April last year… … when I decided to take the Shari’ah Bar Exams, driven by three clear goals (you can find more about these in my earlier post, THE MOST FREQUENT QUESTION). With my mind set, I knew the first step was to prepare the necessary documents for the 45-day Shari’ah Training Seminar, offered by the Supreme Court and facilitated by the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF). One of the essential papers was an authorization or recommendation
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The Most Frequent Question

“Why didn’t/don’t you take up law?” This question has been repeatedly asked of me for over three decades. As the son of an LLB graduate, I understand why it is often posed. My answer is heavily influenced by my college mentor’s negative attitude toward Philippine law, including PD 1083 (the Code of Muslim Personal Laws). My mentor also had a critical view of Philippine elections, which he described as “an institutionalized fitnah.” This sentiment influenced me, and I did not
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