Islam Dictionary

Islamic Terms Lexicon: A comprehensive dictionary of doctrines, rites, ceremonies, customs, and technical & theological terms of the Mohammedan religion. Thousands of terms in English and Arabic with definitions, references, and quizzes.

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IslamicTermsLexicon.com is your ultimate resource for understanding the vast and intricate world of Islamic doctrines, rites, ceremonies, customs, and technical & theological terms. Our comprehensive dictionary provides thousands of terms in both English and Arabic, each with detailed definitions, authoritative references, and quizzes designed to sharpen your understanding and enhance your learning experience.

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October 18, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

🔍 Understanding QARĀBAH (قرابة‎): The Islamic Concept of Kinship

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies Sociology Anthropology Islam QARĀBAH Kinship Islamic Law Family Society

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.

October 18, 2023 6 min read Dictionary

🚶‍♂️ Walking The Right Path: Exploring 'Sabil' in Islamic Teachings

Hassan Rahman Religion Islamic Studies Ethics Theology Islam Sabil Guidance Qurʾān Path of God Jihad

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.

October 18, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

🏛️ The Islamic Pulpit — The Mimbar (منبر): Central to the Khutbah 💬

Hassan Al-Hadi Religion Islamic Studies Islam Pulpit Mimbar Sermons KHUTBAH Mosques

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.

October 18, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🤔 Understanding Munāfiqūn: The Hypocrites in Islamic Context

Fatima Yasmin Al-Khan Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Munafiqoon Hypocrisy Islamic History Quranic Studies

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.

October 17, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

⚖️ The Principle of Arbitration in Islamic Law

Fatima An-Nur Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam Arbitration Mediation Islamic History Law Personal Status Law

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.

October 17, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

✊ Harakat al-Tawhid al-Islami: The Quest for Islamic Unity in Lebanon's Tumultuous Terrain

Dr. Layla El-Amin Religion Middle Eastern Studies Political Movements Islam Harakat Al-Tawhid Al-Islami Sunni Movements Lebanese Civil War Political History Middle Eastern Studies

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.

October 17, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

✋ YAMĪN يمين‎: The Essence of Islamic Oaths

Ibrahim Abdallah Religion Islamic Studies Jurisprudence Islam Yamīn Oath Islamic Practices Jurisprudence

Dive into the significance, cultural nuances, and theological foundations of Yamīn (يمين‎) in Islam, a deeply rooted practice of taking oaths.

October 17, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

✨ Exploring the UMANĀʾ (امناء‎): The Faithful Ones in Sufi Tradition

Nadia El-Sayed Religion Islamic Studies Sufism Islam Sufism Umanāʾ Malāmatīyah Piety Islamic Spirituality

Delve into the Umanāʾ, the Faithful Ones in Sufi tradition. Understand their role, characteristics, and significance, distinguishing them from other Islamic scholars and mystics.

October 17, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🌟 A Prelude to Islam in Kosovo: History, Evolution, and Significance 🌟

Elias Mehmeti Religion Islamic Studies European History Kosovo Albanian Muslims Ottoman Empire Sufi Brotherhoods Islamic History in Europe Religious Nationalism

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.

October 17, 2023 6 min read Dictionary

🌿 Unveiling Mazdakism: Ancient Iranian Reform Movement

Fatima Parvaneh Religion History Social Reform Mazdakism Ancient Religions Social Reform Dualism Iranian History Zoroastrianism

Discover Mazdakism, a progressive dualist religion advocating social reform, vegetarianism, and pacifism in ancient Iran. Explore its rise, teachings, and historical suppression.

October 17, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

👶 Exploring 'Waladu ʾl-ḥalāl' (ولد الحلال‎): Understanding Legitimacy in Islamic Law

Zayd Ibn Harris Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam Legitimacy Islamic Law Shari'ah Sunni Shia

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.

October 17, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

💰 Understanding JAIYID (جيد‎): Pure Money in Islamic Law

Hassan Al-Rashid Religion Islamic Studies Finance Islam JAIYID Pure Money Islamic Law Finance

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.