What is the meaning of the term "tawqifiyyah" (textually bound) in relation to da'wah?

The questioner : Shaykh, what is the meaning of the term "tawqifiyyah" (textually bound) in relation to da'wah?

The Shaykh : "Tawqifiyyah da'wah"? I did not understand this word. The Shari'ah is textually bound, but as for da'wah, its methods may differ from place to place, from country to country, and from time to time. However, these means should not contradict the Shari'ah. Did you understand me? For example, one of the means of conveying da'wah at that time was riding on animals.

The questioner: Yes.

The Shaykh : But now we ride in airplanes and cars and the like. However, it is not among the means to make permissible what Allah (Mighty and Majestic) has forbidden. Look at this car here.

The questioner : O Shaykh.

The Shaykh : Do you understand?

The questioner : Yes. I mean the lawful means.

The Shaykh : The means differ according to time and place. If the means do not contradict the Shari'ah, they should be adopted. But for example, I will give you a practical example from our da'wah life, if that expression is correct. Many Islamic preachers shave their beards, considering this a means to attract customers to da'wah. This is not a lawful means. Perhaps this example will clarify to you what is intended.

The questioner : Okay, can you give an example...

The Shaykh : I am asking you, perhaps this example will clarify to you what is intended?

The questioner : Yes, yes, it clarifies what is intended.

The Shaykh: All right.