Islamic Terms Lexicon - Comprehensive Dictionary of Islamic Terms

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October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

👑 Unveiling TĀJ (تاج‎): The Symbolic Crown in Islamic Culture

Dr. Farah Rahmani Religion Islamic Studies Cultural Studies Islam TĀJ Sufism Religious Clothing Islamic Culture Symbolism

Delve into the concept of TĀJ (تاج‎) in Islamic thought, its role in Sufi traditions, and its distinction from regal crowns in Islamic history. Understand its cultural significance and explore fascinating insights.

October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

👑 Unveiling T̤ĀLŪT (طالوت‎): The 🕍 First King of Israel in Islam

Laila Husaini Religion Islamic Studies Comparative Religion Islam Qur'an T̤ālūt Saul Prophets Kings

Explore the narrative of T̤ĀLŪT (Saul) in Islamic tradition. Discover his role as the first king of Israel, his significance in the Qur'an, and the cultural crossroads in his story between Islamic and Judeo-Christian traditions.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

👟 Stepping into Reverence: The Islamic Tradition of Removing Shoes 🕌

Zayd Ibn Qasim Religion Islamic Studies Cultural Practices Islam Worship Practices Cultural Customs Islamic Jurisprudence Traditions Cleanliness

Explore the cultural, historical, and theological aspects of the practice of removing shoes in Islamic worship spaces and homes. Understand its significance, variations, and related jurisprudence.

October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

👤 Beheshti, Muhammad Hossein: The Shaping Force of the Islamic Revolution

Sahar Akbari History Biography Politics Muhammad Hossein Beheshti Iranian Revolution Clerical Rule Islamic Republican Party Shiite Leaders

Delve into the life and legacy of Muhammad Hossein Beheshti, a key Iranian Shiite intellectual, whose influence helped shape the Islamic Revolution and the consolidation of clerical rule in post-revolution Iran.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

👤 Mullah Muhammad Omar: The Enigmatic Leader of the Taliban

Fareed Khadim History Islamic Studies Political Science International Relations Mullah Muhammad Omar Taliban Afghanistan Political Islam Jihad

Explore the life, impact, and legacy of Mullah Muhammad Omar, the founder and long-time leader of the Taliban. Understand his influence in Afghanistan and his role in regional and global politics.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

👩‍⚖️ Unveiling Abdul Rahman, Tunku: Architect of Modern Malaysia 🇲🇾

Farisya Malik History Political Science Islamic Studies Malaysia Tunku Abdul Rahman Independence UMNO PERKIM National Leaders

Explore Tunku Abdul Rahman, the first Prime Minister of independent Malaysia, his secular vision, leadership, and significant contributions to nation-building and Islam propagation.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

👩‍🍼 Hadana: The Custodial Care Concept in Islam

Layla Al-Hassani Religion Islamic Studies Family Law Islam Hadana Child Custody Islamic Law Family Law

Delve into 'Hadana', the Islamic notion of custodial care by the mother or female relatives. Explore its variations across different schools of law, its significance, and the gender-specific details governing child custody and care in Muslim societies.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

👩‍👦 UMMU ʾL-WALAD (ام الولد‎): The Mother of the Child in Islamic Law

Fatima Al-Quraishi Religion Islamic Studies History Social Science Islam Umar Al-Walad Slavery Islamic Law History Social Structure

Explore the concept of Ummu ’l-Walad in Islamic tradition, and understand its significance, implications, historical context, and comparisons with other cultural practices.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

👩‍👧‍👦 Understanding Surrogate Motherhood in Islam: Ethics and Perspectives

Khadijah Al-Hasan Religion Islamic Studies Ethics Family Law Islam Surrogate Motherhood Ethics Jurisprudence Family Law

Explore surrogate motherhood within Islamic jurisprudence, examining its ethical implications, cultural contexts, and legal standings. Delve into contemporary debates and comparing perspectives across the Muslim world.

October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

👩‍🦳 Understanding Widows (ارملة‎ Armalah) in Islamic Law

Maryam Ibn Al-Mustafa Religion Islamic Studies Sociology Law Islam Widows Armalah Inheritance Law Mourning Islamic Jurisprudence

Explore the legal and cultural aspects surrounding widows (ارملة‎ armalah) in Islamic Law. Understand the period of mourning, inheritance rights, and the comparison between Islamic laws and other traditions.

October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

👶 Exploring Primogeniture in Islamic and Mosaic Laws: Equal Inheritance vs. Double Portion

Layla Al-Rasheed Religion Islamic Studies Judaic Studies Comparative Theology Islam Mosaic Law Primogeniture Inheritance Laws Theology Cultural Studies

Dive into the contrasting approaches to the rights of the first-born in Islamic and Mosaic laws. Understand how the absence of primogeniture in Islamic legal tradition reflects broader theological and cultural values.

October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

👶 Parentage in Islamic Law: Exploring the Boundaries of Legitimacy

Abdullah Ibn Mustafa Religion Family and Relationships Islamic Studies Islamic Law Fiqh Family Law Parentage Sharia Jurisprudence

Delve into the intricate boundaries of parentage in Islamic law, looking at the gestational periods deemed lawful and their societal implications.