Discover the Buwayhids, also known as the Buyyids, a dynasty of mercenary soldiers who ruled over western Iran and Iraq from the 10th to the 11th century. Learn how they dominated the Abbasid Caliphate until the Seljuk rise.
Delve into the story of Bilqīs, the Queen of Sabaʾ, her visit to Solomon, and her significance in Islamic and broader cultural contexts. Discover the historical background, cultural differences, and captivating facts about this legendary figure.
Dive deep into the Islamic concept of Khitbah, a sacred commitment stage before marriage. Learn about its significance, traditions, and cultural variances in the Muslim world.
Discover the profound significance of Biʾr Zamzam, the historic and holy well situated in Mecca. Dive into its mythology, religious importance, and the miraculous story behind its eternal waters.
Explore the concept of Baitu ʾl-Māl, the public treasury in an Islamic state, focusing on its sources of income and its role in Islamic governance and welfare.
Dive into the concept of Baiʿ, central to Islamic commerce, and distinguish its unique aspects from other traditions. Learn its historical roots, ethical principles, and its role in modern Islamic economics.
Discover the multifaceted concept of 'Bakshish'—an act of giving gratuity, often misunderstood as a bribe. Learn its etymology, cultural significance, and how it is rooted in various Muslim societies.
Dive deep into the historical and metaphysical concept of BAITU ʾL-ḤIKMAH, or the House of Wisdom in Islam. Uncover its significance, history, and spiritual connotations as recognized by Sūfī scholars.
Exploring the life, contributions, and legacy of Ibn Jamaah, Badr al-Din Abu Abd Allah Muhammad, a distinguished Shafi'i jurist in Mamluk Egypt and a pivotal figure in the historical landscape of Islamic jurisprudence.
Delve into Bayt al-Hikmah, the 'House of Wisdom' in Baghdad, and explore its historical and cultural significance. Understand the debates surrounding its origins and its role in the translation and preservation of knowledge.
Explore Babism, a 19th-century Iranian Shii messianic movement, its founder Sayyid Ali Muhammad Shirazi, and its significant impact on religious and social paradigms. Understand its transformation into the Bahai movement and its perception within the broader Muslim community.
Dive into the significance of Surah Al-Barāʾah (Chapter IX) of the Qurʾān, often referred to as the Chapter of Repentance. Understand why it uniquely lacks the Basmala and discuss its themes of immunity and divine wrath.
