Islamic Terms Lexicon - Comprehensive Dictionary of Islamic Terms

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October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🗳️ Elections in Islam 🌟: Understanding the Compatibility and Permissibility

Karim Al-Yazid Religion Islamic Studies Political Science Islam Elections Democracy Shura Governance Islamic Studies

Explore the concept of elections within Islam, the debates around their permissibility, and the historical and contemporary perspectives. Understand how shura (consultation) and modern Islamic scholars advocate for democracy and electoral processes.

October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🗳️ The Islamic Party (South Africa): Politics Rooted in Faith

Fatima Ahmed History Religion Politics Islam Islamic Party South Africa Politics Muslim Identity Political History

Explore the role and history of the Islamic Party in South Africa, a political group born out of religious principles. Understand its objectives and context within the South African political landscape.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🗺️ Exploring the Concept of the Islamic State: Past and Present

Iman Al-Hakeem Religion Islamic Studies Political Science Islam Islamic State Political Islam Sharia Theology History

Investigate the complex and evolving concept of the Islamic State, from classical Islamic theory to contemporary political Islam. Understand the principles, historical evolutions, and diverse interpretations that shape this pivotal idea in Islamic thought.

October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🗺️ Journey Through Time: Understanding the G͟HIFĀR (غـفـار‎) Tribe

Hakim Al-Walid History Anthropology Islamic Studies Middle Eastern Studies G͟HIFĀR Arabian Tribes Islamic History Al-Madīnah Abū Zarri ʾl-G͟hifārī Early Islam

Delve into the historical and cultural tapestry of the G͟HIFĀR (غـفـار‎) Tribe, an influential Arabian tribe around al-Madīnah during the time of the Prophet Muhammad. Discover their contributions and significance in early Islamic history.

October 4, 2023 6 min read Dictionary

🗺️ The Legacy of Alexander the Great in the Qurʾān: Ẕū ʾl-Qarnain 🏛️

Azizah Karim Religion Islamic Studies Theology Alexander the Great ẔŪ ʾL-QARNAIN Islam Qurʾān Theology History

Explore the portrayal of Alexander the Great in the Qurʾān, referred to as Ẕū ʾl-Qarnain. Delve into the historical context, theological debates, and cultural implications of this fascinating figure.

October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🛏️ Delving into FIRĀSH (فراش‎): More Than Just a Couch

Khalid Ibn Yasin Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam Firāsh Sharia Islamic Terms Family Law

Explore the comprehensive meaning of 'Firāsh' in Islamic law, including its etymology, cultural implications, and uses in Islamic family law traditions.

October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🛐 Rachel: The Iconic Biblical Matriarch in Islamic and Judeo-Christian Contexts

Zahraa Ibrahim Religion Comparative Studies Theology Linguistics Islam Judaism Christianity Rachel Biblical Figures Jacob Joseph Lexicon

Discover Rachel (Arabic: رَاحِيل‎, Rāḥīl), the enigmatic wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph, her mention in Islamic commentaries, alongside cultural interpretations and lexicographical insights.

October 4, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

🛒 Understanding 📜 Baiʿ: The Islamic Law of Sale

Dr. Tariq Al-Fadl Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam Islamic Law Baiʿ Sale Contracts Jurisprudence Sharia

Delve into Baiʿ, the foundational Islamic contract for sales. Explore its jurisprudential roots, operational intricacies, and cultural contexts, while comparing it to other legal systems.

October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🛠️ Exploring AJĪR (اجير‎): The Employed in Islamic Law

Hakim Al-Mansur Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam Ajir Employment Ijarah Islamic Law Muḥammadan Law

Dive into the concept of AJĪR in Islamic law, referring to a person hired for service. Understand its etymology, background, and cultural implications across the Muslim world.

October 4, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🛠️ The Meaning of Amal: Acts, Works, and Deeds in Islam

Fatima Al-Karim Religion Islamic Studies Jurisprudence Islam AMAL Deeds Practice Jurisprudence Islamic Law

Dive into the meaning of 'Amal,' its significance in Islamic jurisprudence, and its cultural and historical importance. Understand how this concept shapes Islamic practice and legal theory.

October 4, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

🛡️ Celebrating: QAIS IBN SAʿD (قيس بن سعد‎) – The Gallant Companion of the Prophet (PBUH)

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies Historical Figures Islam Companions Qais Ibn Sa'd Early Islamic History Islamic Governance

Explore the remarkable life of Qais ibn Saʿd, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), known for his courage, wisdom, and leadership as the commander of the Prophet’s body-guard and later as Governor of Egypt.

October 4, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🛡️ Muruwwah: Embodying Bravery and Honor in Islamic Virtue

Layla Al-Mansoori Religion Islamic Studies Cultural Anthropology Islam Muruwwah Virtue Ethics Arab Culture Generosity Bravery

Dive into the essence of Muruwwah—a virtue encapsulating bravery, generosity, wisdom, and honor in pre-Islamic and Islamic Arab culture. Explore its significance, cultural nuances, and historical background.