this paper argued that muslim scholars were the purveyors of modern research methods as exemplified by the methodologies of hadith scholars and that of islamic jurist-consults. using the historical method, the paper expatiated on the scientific methods adopted by hadith scholars in scrutinizing hadith reporters and validating reports. the methodology of usul al-fiqh scholars, which is scientifically developed to lay the basis for understanding the qur’an and sunnah, was also explained. finally the paper highlighted the areas in which it felt that modern scientific research may benefit from the two methodologies of hadith scholars and usuliyeen.