Burhan al-Din al-Marghinani was a prominent Islamic scholar and jurist from the 12th century, known for his significant contributions to Islamic law. He was born in Marghinan, a region in present-day Uzbekistan, and is best known for his influential work, the Hidayah, which serves as a comprehensive guide to Islamic jurisprudence. Al-Marghinani's writings have had a lasting impact on the Hanafi school of thought, one of the four major Sunni legal schools. His teachings emphasized the importance of reasoning and interpretation in legal matters, making his work essential for students and scholars of Islamic law throughout history.