Explore QARĀBAH (قرابة), the concept of proximity or kinship in Islamic law, and understand its significance in maintaining familial bonds and societal structures. Compare it with kinship concepts in other cultures.
Delve into the multi-faceted term 'Sabil' and understand its profound significance in Islamic theology, scriptural references, historical evolution, and cultural implications throughout the Muslim world.
Unveiling the significance and historical backdrop of the mimbar, the Islamic pulpit used in Friday sermons. Delve into its origins and its importance in Islamic tradition and cultural diversity.
Dive into the concept of munāfiqūn, the hypocrites as described in Islamic theology. Understand their role and significance during the Prophet Muhammad’s era and in broader Islamic teachings.
Delve into the concept of arbitration in Islamic law, exploring its meaning, historical context, significance, and impact on personal status laws. Compare with contemporary legal practices around the world.
Dive into the history and ideology of Harakat al-Tawhid al-Islami, a militant Sunni movement that rose in response to the Lebanese civil conflict and the Israeli invasion of 1982. Discover its ties, goals, and its eventual decline.
Dive into the significance, cultural nuances, and theological foundations of Yamīn (يمين) in Islam, a deeply rooted practice of taking oaths.
Delve into the Umanāʾ, the Faithful Ones in Sufi tradition. Understand their role, characteristics, and significance, distinguishing them from other Islamic scholars and mystics.
An in-depth exploration of the Islamic faith in Kosovo, its historical journey, the role of the Albanian community, and the modern-day influences on public and private religiosity.
Discover Mazdakism, a progressive dualist religion advocating social reform, vegetarianism, and pacifism in ancient Iran. Explore its rise, teachings, and historical suppression.
Dive deep into the concept of 'Waladu ʾl-ḥalāl' (ولد الحلال) in Islamic law, exploring the conditions under which a child is deemed legitimate or illegitimate in both Sunni and Shia traditions, and comparing it with other legal systems.
Explore the term JAIYID (جيد), which refers to pure money or current coin in Islamic jurisprudence. Understand its significance and impact on Islamic financial practices.
