Islamic Terms Lexicon - Comprehensive Dictionary of Islamic Terms

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October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🌍 Association of Muslim Social Scientists (AMSS): Unifying Knowledge Through Scholarship

Omar Al-Rashid Academic Associations Islamic Studies Social Sciences AMSS Muslims Social Scientists Islamic Academia Revealed Knowledge Acquired Knowledge

Discover the Association of Muslim Social Scientists (AMSS), its historical founding, objectives, and contributions to the field of Islamic social sciences. Explore its roles in unifying revealed and acquired knowledge.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🌍 Burying of the Dead: Islamic Funeral Rites and their Universal Significance

Ibrahim El-Masry Religion Islamic Studies Cultural Studies Islam Funeral Rites Burial Religious Practices Islamic Traditions

Understanding the cultural, spiritual, and religious significance of funerals and the rituals of burying the dead in Islam. Delve into Islamic funeral practices and the etymological origins of these sacred traditions.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🌍 Dar al-Islam: The Domain of Islam in Context 🕌

Farah Al-Zahraa Religion Islamic Studies History Islam Dar Al-Islam Shari'a Islamic Jurisprudence Colonial History

Explore the concept of Dar al-Islam, a region of Muslim sovereignty where Islamic law (Shari'a) prevails, its historical significance, and its contested status during the colonial period.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🌍 Discovering Geomancy: The Sacred Art of Earth Divination

Layla Al-Rashid Religion Islamic Studies Mysticism Geomancy Ilm Al-Raml Divination Islamic Tradition Folk Religion Mysticism

Delve into the mystical world of Geomancy, an ancient practice rooted in interpreting patterns formed in earth or sand. Explore its historical roots, significance in Islamic culture, and compare it with other divinatory traditions.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🌍 Embracing Dawah: The 🌴 Art of Inviting to Islam

Ismail Ibn Kareem Religion Islamic Studies Theology Dawah Islam Islamic Unity Faith Outreach Islamic Missionary Work Quran

Explore the profound concept of Dawah, its historical evolution, modern implications, and the varied approaches to inviting others to the faith of Islam.

October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🌍 Eritrean People’s Liberation Front (EPLF): Guardians of Eritrean Nationalism

Hassan Beyene History Political Studies African Studies Eritrea Nationalism EPLF Political Movements African History

Delve into the history, implications, and significance of the Eritrean People’s Liberation Front (EPLF). Understand the evolution of this pivotal nationalist movement and its impact on Eritrea's socio-political landscape.

October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🌍 Evolution, Theory of, and Islam: An Engaging Exploration

Fatima Siddiqui Religion Islamic Studies Science and Religion Education Islam Evolution Debate Theology Science Education

Engage with the complex debate about the theory of evolution within Islam. Delve into the perspectives of traditional religious scholars and modernists, and understand the varied acceptance and rejection of the theory across the Muslim world.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🌍 Exploring 'Gentiles' (Ummī): Perspectives from Islamic and Jewish Contexts

Layla Rahman Religion Islamic Studies Jewish Studies Islam Gentiles UMMĪ Theology Qurʾān Comparative Religion

Dive into the term 'Gentiles' (Ummī), its meanings in Islamic and Jewish contexts, and the cultural implications through a comparative theological lens.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🌍 Exploring EARTH (Arḍ): The Islamic Cosmology and Mythology

Fatima Haddad Religion Islamic Studies Cosmology Islam Earth Cosmology Theology Qurʾānic Narratives Mythology

An in-depth exploration of EARTH as depicted in Islamic cosmology, theology, and mythology. Discover the intricate narratives, geographical descriptions, and unique perspectives within the Qurʾān and Islamic tradition.

October 3, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

🌍 Exploring JAʿLU ʾL-JAUF: The Historical City of Dūmatu ʾl-Jandal 🏛️

Amina Al-Fahad History Islamic Studies Cultural Heritage Islam History Islamic Geography Middle East Cultural Studies Archaeology

Uncover the historical and cultural significance of JAʿLU ʾL-JAUF, also known as Dūmatu ʾl-Jandal, positioned near Tabūk. Indulge in its rich Islamic and pre-Islamic history and its role in the broader tapestry of Middle Eastern heritage.

October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🌍 Exploring Khawajah: A Title Bridging Cultures and Respect

Samira Jalali Language Cultural Studies History Khawajah Persian Language Titles of Respect Cross-Cultural Interaction Historical Titles

Delve into the historical and cultural significance of 'Khawajah', a Persian title of respect often used to refer to Christians and Westerners. Understand its usage across different cultures and its role in promoting mutual respect.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🌍 Exploring SAIḤŪN (سيحون‎): The Revered River of Eden

Hassan Al-Nomani Religion Islamic Studies Geography Islam Saiḥūn Jaxartes Rivers of Eden Religious Geography Sacred Rivers

Discover the spiritual and historical significance of SAIḤŪN (سيحون‎), also known as the River Jaxartes. Learn about its biblical connections and its importance in Islamic tradition.