Islamic Terms Lexicon - Comprehensive Dictionary of Islamic Terms

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October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🌌 Exploring the Pre-Existence of Souls in Islam: Qurʾānic Insights and Prophetic Traditions

Jamaluddin Khayyam Religion Islamic Studies Philosophy Islam Souls Pre-Existence Qurʾān Hadith Theology

Dive into the fascinating concept of the pre-existence of souls as taught in Islamic texts. Understand how both the Qurʾān and Hadith describe the creation and existence of souls before their union with human bodies.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🌌 The Mystical Tale of Hārūt 📜 and Mārūt (هَاروت وَ مَاروت‎): Angels in Islam

Safiya Durrani Religion Islamic Studies Mythology Theology Islam Hārūt and Mārūt Angels Islamic Mythology Qur'anic Studies Magic Theology

Delve into the intriguing story of Hārūt and Mārūt (هَاروت وَ مَاروت‎), two angels mentioned in the Qurʾān who descended to Earth and taught the art of magic while warning against disbelief. Understand their narrative within Islamic theology and explore its broader cultural and esoteric meanings.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🌌 Understanding TANZIH: The Islamic Doctrine of Divine Transcendence

Fatimah Al-Azhary Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Tanzih Tawhid Theology Sufism Doctrine

Explore Tanzih, the Islamic doctrine of divine transcendence, emphasizing the absolute uniqueness and incomparability of God. Discover its significance in Islamic theology, Sufism, and its relationship to anthropomorphism and tawhid.

October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🌌 Unfolding the Mysteries of FATQ (فتق): The Eternal Creation in Ṣūfī Mysticism

Suleiman Ibn Harith Religion Islamic Studies Mysticism Islam Ṣūfīsm FATQ Creation Theology Eternity

Delve into the concept of FATQ (فتق), an intriguing term used by Ṣūfī mystics to elucidate the essence of creation and the eternal nature of existence. Understand its etymology, cultural significance, and the wisdom embedded in Ṣūfī thought.

October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🌌 Unveiling Lailatul Ragha'ib (ليلة الرغائب‎): The Mystical Night of Supererogatory Devotions

Fatimah Rahman Religion Islamic Studies Mysticism Islam Lailatul Ragha'ib Rajab Mysticism Supererogatory Devotions Islamic Traditions

Discover the mystical and debated tradition of Lailatul Ragha'ib, a night of supererogatory devotions observed on the first Friday of Rajab. Delve into its origins, significance, cultural perspectives, and theological debates.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🌌 Unveiling Manat: The Pre-Islamic Goddess of Fate

Dr. Omar Al-Hilli History Religion Islamic Studies Mythology Pre-Islamic Arabia Manat Deities Islamic History Mythology

Explore the origins, significance, and eventual decline of Manat, one of the revered pre-Islamic goddesses, and understand her role and representation in pre-Islamic Arabian culture and mythology. Compare her legacy with analogous goddesses in other ancient religions.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🌍 Ajam: Beyond Language – The Historical Essence and Evolution of a Term

Ibrahim Al-Rashid Religion Ethnic Studies Linguistics Islam Ajam Ethnicity Linguistics Cultural Studies

Delve into the complex history, cultural connotations, and evolutions of the term 'Ajam,' originally referring to non-Arabs and its eventual synonymy with Persians in Islamic context.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🌍 Balkan States, Islam in the: A Comprehensive Overview

Ismaila Yildiz Religion History Islamic Studies Islam Balkans Ottoman Empire Hanafi School Religious Minorities

Dive deep into the rich history and intricate social-political dynamics of Islam in the Balkan States, tracing its origins, cultural evolutions, and current status of Muslim communities in several Southeastern European countries.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🌍 Djibouti & Islam: Exploring Faith in the Horn of Africa

Nura Jama Religion Islam Africana Studies Islam in Djibouti Sunni Islam Shafii Legal Tradition Sufism African Muslim Communities Djiboutian Culture

Discover the rich tapestry of Islam in Djibouti, where 96% of the population follows Sunni Islam with distinct influences from notable Sufi brotherhoods and Shafii jurisprudence.

October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🌍 Exploring ASH-SHAʾM (الشام‎): The Land of the Levant

Ibrahim Rajab History Islamic Studies Geography ASH-SHAʾM Levant Syria Arabic History Islamic Regions

Delve into the rich historical and cultural expanse of ASH-SHAʾM (الشام‎), encompassing Syria and the broader Levant region. Understand its etymological roots, significance in Islamic culture, and its influence across ages.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🌍 Exploring Nīnawā: The Ancient City of Nineveh in Islamic Tradition

Ibrahim Al-Rashid Religion Islamic Studies History Nineveh Nīnawā Islam Jonah Prophets Ancient Cities

Delve into the rich history and significance of Nineveh, known as Nīnawā in Arabic, within Islamic tradition. Despite not being named in the Qurʾān, its association with the prophet Jonah highlights its importance.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🌍 Exploring the Chagatai Khanate: A Mongol Legacy

Zeynab Al-Jafari History Central Asian Studies Islamic Studies Chagatai Khanate Mongol Empire Central Asia Tamerlane Islamic History Medieval History

Delve into the history of the Chagatai Khanate, a Central Asian subdivision of the Mongol Empire. Discover its origins, cultural evolution, and its ultimate influence under the rule of Tamerlane. Learn about the rich tapestry of its history and heritage.