Discover the Darqawi Tariqah, a revivalist branch of the Shadhili tariqah known for its emphasis on emotional fervor, contemplative life, and resistance to Ottoman rule. Tracing its origins to Ahmad al-Arabi al-Darqawi, explore its transformative spiritual practices and profound socio-political impact.
Understand the significance of Durūd, a profound benediction in Islamic prayers. Discover its etymology, cultural impact, and comparisons with other religious traditions.
Dive into DUʿĀʾ-I-MAʾS̤ŪR (دعــاء مــاثــور), meaning 'Recorded Prayer,' and explore its etymology, background, cultural significance, and theological importance within Islam.
Journey through Damascus, the ancient capital of Syria, a timeless city that has stood as a fort of Islamic culture and history since the seventh century.
Explore the term DĀRU ʾS-SALT̤ANAH, referring to the seat of government in Islamic governance. Understand its etymology, cultural significance, and its position in historical Islamic states.
Unpack the concept of Dar al-Sulh, the territory of peace in Islamic jurisprudence where non-Muslim territories negotiate treaties with Muslim governments. Explore its historical roots, significance, and modern interpretations.
Delve into the nuanced concept of Dar al-Taqiyyah, exploring its theological import, historical significance, and cultural dynamics within Shii and Khariji traditions.
Explore the Islamic practice of DIBĀG͟HAH, or tanning, as significant in making animal skins permissible for use. Discover its etymology, cultural implications, and relevance through Prophetic Traditions.
Dive into the history and significance of Daudiyah, a Sufi zawiyah established in Damascus by Abu Bakr ibn Daud. Discover its importance in Islamic culture and how it served as a pious meeting place in the late fourteenth and early fifteenth centuries.
Delve into the world of the Darvesh (وميشرد) or Dervish, a religious mendicant in Islam. Learn about its etymology, cultural significance, and spiritual path within the broader scope of Sufism. Understand the connection between the Darvesh and other mendicant orders.
Explore the multi-dimensional character of David (Daoud) in Islamic tradition. Discover his roles as a shepherd, warrior, king, wise man, poet, prophet, and paradigmatic inspiration for modern Muslim nations.
Dive into the Battle of the Trench, an event that fortified the young Muslim community of al-Madīnah. Understand its strategic brilliance, its almost miraculous conclusion, and its lasting impact on Islamic history.
