Ibn al-Humam al-Hanafi was a prominent Islamic scholar and jurist from the Hanafi school of thought, which is one of the four major Sunni legal schools. He lived during the 15th century and is best known for his contributions to Islamic jurisprudence, particularly through his work on the Fiqh (Islamic law). His writings helped clarify and expand upon the principles of the Hanafi tradition. He is particularly recognized for his commentary on the Hidayah, a foundational text in Hanafi law. Ibn al-Humam's scholarship emphasized the importance of reasoning and interpretation in legal matters, influencing future generations of scholars within the Hanafi school and beyond.