How does Islamic jurisprudence differ from man-made laws?

The fundamental distinction between Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh) and man-made laws stems from their respective sources. The former is derived from divine revelation, while the latter originates from human intellect. The difference between them is like the difference between the Creator and the created.

Islamic Sharia differs from man-made laws in three main aspects: 1. Source: Man-made law reflects human weakness and deficiency, making it susceptible to change, whereas Sharia is from Allah, the Perfect, hence it is unalterable and needs no change or substitution: {There is no altering the words of Allah}. 2. Permanence and Stability: Laws are temporary rules that change with the condition of the community, whereas Sharia's rules are permanent, laid down by Allah to regulate the affairs of the Ummah. It is characterized by flexibility and comprehensiveness that accommodates the needs of the community throughout the ages, and a sublimity that does not lag behind the level of the community. 3. Impact: Law is made by the community to regulate its affairs, and it is delayed and follows its development. As for Sharia, it is not made by the community; rather, the community is made by Sharia. It aims to create righteous individuals and an ideal society, hence its texts are sublime and advanced.