# A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Delve into the rich history of the Juma Mosque built in 1606 by Shah Jahan, its architectural marvel, and its significance in the socio-political fabric of India. Learn about its role in contemporary debates and interfaith dialogues.
Explore the Mosque of the Prophet, its profound significance in Islamic tradition, architectural evolution, and its place as the second most sacred site in Islam. Learn about its history, cultural context, and why it remains a deeply revered pilgrimage destination.
Discover the historical and cultural significance of Ṣanʿāʾ, Yemen's enigmatic capital. Delve into its notable events, including the invasion led by Abrahatu ʾl-Ashram, which marks the Year of the Elephant.
Delve into the history, significance, and cultural impact of the Abbasid Caliphate, the dynasty descended from al-ʿAbbās, a paternal uncle of the Prophet Muhammad. Discover their achievements, conflicts, and contributions to Islamic civilization.
Dive into the origins, actions, and eventual dissolution of the Islamic Republican Party, essential to Iran post-1979 revolution. Understand its ideological foundation, influence on national and international politics, and its eventual demise.
Explore the history, influence, and impact of the Supreme Islamic Shii Council in Lebanon, established in 1967 to advocate for the Shii community and ensure their representation in the political landscape.
Explore the significance and meaning of 'Atabat' – the revered Shii shrine cities of Iraq. Dive into their historical, cultural, and spiritual prominence in Shia Islam, and understand their role in scholarship and political activism.
Discover the pivotal role of the National Congress Party in Indian politics, its transformation from a nationalist organization, its influence in the Indian independence movement, and the eventual partition of India.
Delve into the terms 'Bīʾah' and 'Kanīsah' within Islamic tradition and understand their implications for religious structures in Muslim territories. Learn about historical and theological perspectives on churches and synagogues and their standing in different regions and times.
Discover Najaf, one of Iraq’s two holiest cities, historically and religiously significant in Shia Islam. Delve into its profound past, cultural legacy, and its contentious yet symbiotic connection with Qom.
Delve into the rich cultural and historical landscape that defines Arabia, or Bilādu ʾl-ʿArab, examining its ancient tribes, celestial myths, and the revered genealogy linking it to Ishmael and the lineage of Prophet Muhammad.
Explore the historical and cultural background of G͟HAT̤AFĀN (غطفان), an Arabian tribe descended from Qais. Delve into their significance in Islamic history and their contributions to the ancient Arabian struggle.
