Imam Shafi was a prominent Islamic scholar and the founder of the Shafi'i school of thought in Sunni Islam. Born in 767 CE in Gaza, he is known for his contributions to Islamic jurisprudence, particularly in the areas of legal theory and methodology. His works, especially the book Al-Risala, laid the foundation for understanding the principles of Islamic law. Imam Shafi emphasized the importance of the Qur'an and Hadith as primary sources of law, while also considering the consensus of scholars and analogical reasoning. His teachings have had a lasting impact on Islamic legal thought and continue to influence millions of Muslims around the world today.