Delve into Ghadir Khumm, the incident where the Prophet Muhammad is believed to have designated Ali ibn Abi Talib as his successor. Understand the differing interpretations between Sunni and Shia traditions and its significance in Islamic history.
Explore the role of 'G͟HĀSIL,' the individual responsible for the sacred task of washing the deceased in Islamic tradition. Delve into its historical, cultural, and theological significance, along with comparisons to similar practices in other religious traditions.
Delve into the Qurʾānic concept of aṣ-Ṣāliḥāt (good works), examining their significance in Islamic theology, cultural interpretations, and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad.
Dive deep into the concept of Guest (Ẓaif) in Arabic and its profound significance in Islamic culture. Learn how hospitality is not just a cultural norm but a religious duty in Islam.
Explore the profound impact of the Gaylani family, religious notables and leaders of the Qadiri Sufi order in Afghanistan. Delve into their historical significance, influence on Afghan politics and society, and their continued legacy.
Dive into the cross-cultural legacy of Saint George, known as Al-Khizr or Jirjis in Islam, exploring his significance in both Christian and Islamic traditions. Understand how a single figure intertwines across different narratives and symbolisms.
Delve into the Islamic prohibitions against gambling, known as maysir and qimar, exploring their etymology, historical context, and religious significance.
Dive into the history, significance, and cultural impact of the Ghurids, an influential Eastern Persian Sunni dynasty that ruled parts of Afghanistan, Iran, and northern India between the mid-twelfth and early thirteenth centuries.
Explore the historical and religious importance of the Grand Mufti in Islamic societies, with a focus on the role's inception, evolution, and present-day implications.
Discover GHŪL (غول), a man-devouring demon from Islamic folklore. Understand its cultural significance, etymological roots, and compare it with other mythological beings.
G͟Hirah (غيرة), or jealousy, is an emotion with deep theological and cultural implications in Islam. Unpack its significance, teachings, and moral code placed upon jealousy in various scenarios.
Delve into the concept of Ghurrah (غرة) as understood in Islamic jurisprudence, notably as a fine of five hundred dirhams and its application in the context of causing a miscarriage. Gain insight into its significance, etymology, and legal implications.
