It refers to one of the four major Sunni schools of Islamic jurisprudence, founded by Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal. The Hanbali school is characterized by a strict adherence to the Quran and Hadith, emphasizing a conservative and literalist approach to Islamic law. Followers of this school are known as "Hanbalis," and the school holds influence, particularly in Saudi Arabia and parts of the Arabian Peninsula. Like other Sunni schools, Hanbali provides a framework for interpreting Islamic law and addresses various aspects of daily life, including rituals, ethics, and legal matters.