Discover the significant role of the Muḥrim in Islamic pilgrimage, the state of Iḥrām, and uncover the deep spiritual undertones of this sacred journey.
Dive deep into the life of Muhammad Ibn Abd al-Wahhab, the theologian who ignited the Wahhabi movement. Explore his advocacy for the return to the Quran and Hadith, and the lasting impact of his reforms on modern Saudi Arabia.
Explore the Mahdiyyah movement founded by Muhammad Ahmad ibn Abd Allah in Sudan during the late nineteenth century. Understand its millenarian message, significance in Sudanese history, and enduring cultural and religious impact.
Discover the life, reforms, and legacy of Amir Kabir, Muhammad Taqi Khan, a pivotal reformer and chief minister in the Qajar court of 19th-century Iran. Understand his contributions to finance, administration, and education, and explore the circumstances surrounding his tragic end.
Explore Muhammadiyyah, a pivotal Javanese Islamic reformist movement founded by Kiyai Hadji Ahmad Dahlan in 1912. Delve into its origins, impacts, and ongoing contributions to social, educational, and religious spheres in Indonesia.
Discover the impactful legacy of Mawlana Shah Ahmad Noorani, the staunch leader of Jamiatul Ulama-i Pakistan. Explore his contributions to Islamic politics and his influence on Pakistan’s political landscape.
Delve into the rich history of Medina, the second holiest city in Islam. Discover its transformation from Yathrib to a pivotal center of the Islamic faith, its political significance, and its spiritual reverence in the Muslim world.
Discover the life and legacy of Muhammad ibn Abd al-Karim al-Sammani, the influential Egyptian Sufi who founded the Sammani tariqah, and explore its impact in Egypt, Mecca, and South Sumatra.
Explore the concept of Murāhiq in Islam, a term representing a boy or girl nearing the age of puberty. Learn about its significance in Islamic culture and law.
Explore Muqasamah, a tax system in use from 628 CE until the end of the Mamluk period. Understand its historical significance, cultural context, and jurisprudential discussions in Islamic law.
Discover the significance of Miswāk (مسواك), a natural tooth-cleaner cherished within Islamic tradition for its religious, hygienic, and cultural importance. Explore its origins, benefits, and global practice.
Discover Ijarah, the concept of leasing or renting in Islamic finance, and how it applies to mortgages. Learn about its implications, differences from conventional mortgages, and its broader significance in Islamic economic practices.
