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 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

💎 Unveiling MAHR: The Islamic Dowry Tradition

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies Culture Islam Mahr Dowry Marriage Islamic Culture

Discover the intricacies of Mahr, the Islamic dowry tradition. Learn about its significance, etymology, historical roots, and cultural variations. Gain deeper insights into this critical aspect of Islamic marriage.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

💎Discovering AL-G͟HANĪ (الغنى‎): The Independent One

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Al-G͟hanī 99 Names of Allah Theology Qur'an Islamic Studies

Uncover the profound meaning of AL-G͟HANĪ (الغنى‎), one of the 99 special names or attributes of God in Islam. Delve into its etymology, cultural significance, and theological implications.

October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

💑 Understanding WIVES in Islam: An In-depth Analysis 📚

Rahma Al-Tamimi Religion Islamic Studies Sociology Islam Wives Marriage Women's Rights Qurʾān Hadith

Examine the Islamic perspective on wives and marriage, their rights and roles, and how the teachings of the Qurʾān and Hadith shape these relationships. Explore cultural differences and interpretations across Sunni and Shia traditions.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

💓 INZIʿĀJ: The Ṣūfī Concept of Spiritual Disturbance and Movement

Layla Al-Husseini Religion Islamic Studies Ṣūfīsm Islam Ṣūfī Mysticism Spirituality Heart Sermon Music

Delve into INZIʿĀJ (انزعاج‎), the Ṣūfī term that symbolizes the heart's movement towards God, stirred by sermons or music. Understand its profound significance in Ṣūfī mysticism and its cultural context.

October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

💔 Explaining ĪLĀʾ (ايلاء‎): The Vow of Separation in Islamic Law

Fatimah Al-Islamiyya Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam Īlāʾ Marriage Divorce Islamic Law Qur'an

Analyze the concept of Īlāʾ (ايلاء‎), a form of marital separation mentioned in the Qur'an. Discover its background, implications, and how it differs from other types of separation or divorce in Islamic jurisprudence.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

💔 Exploring KAFŪR (كفور‎): The Unthankful Heart

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Kafūr Gratitude Qurʾān Islamic Values Theology

Dive into the concept of KAFŪR (كفور‎) in Islamic tradition, representing unthankfulness or ingratitude. Learn about its implications, cultural context, and significance in the Qurʾān.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

💔 Exploring Zināʾ: The 💢 Gravity of Adultery in Islam

Samir Ibn Habib Religion Islamic Studies Ethics Jurisprudence Islam Zināʾ Adultery Shariah Law Islamic Ethics Islamic Jurisprudence

Discover the Islamic concept of Zināʾ, which refers to adultery. Understand its severity in Islamic jurisprudence, its etymology, cultural impact, and comparisons with views on adultery in other religions.

October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

💔 Understanding APOSTASY FROM ISLAM: Arabic irtidād (ارتداد‎)

Umar Ibn Khalid Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam Apostasy Irtidād Islamic Law Jurisprudence

Delve into the complexities of irtidād, or apostasy from Islam, examining its legal, cultural, and theological implications within Islamic jurisprudence.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

💔 Understanding G͟HAIRAH: The Complex Emotion of Jealousy in Islam

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Emotions Jealousy G͟Hairah Ethical Conduct Theology

G͟Hirah (غيرة‎), or jealousy, is an emotion with deep theological and cultural implications in Islam. Unpack its significance, teachings, and moral code placed upon jealousy in various scenarios.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

💔 Understanding ḤASAD: The Concept of Envy in Islam

Ibrahim Al-Yazid Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Hasad Envy Qur'an Theology Ethics Community

Dive into the profound concept of ḤASAD (حسد‎) in Islam, exploring its etymology, cultural implications, and religious teachings around envy and malice. Learn how this concept is woven through the Qurʾān and communities, joined by suggestions for further study.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

💔 ZINDĪQ (زنديق‎): Understanding a Term of Infidelity and Heresy

Fatima Hasan Religion Islamic Studies Theology History Islam Zindiq Heresy Infidelity Islamic Theology Islamic History

Explore ZINDĪQ (زنديق‎), a deeply historical term in Islamic discourse denoting an individual in a state of disbelief or heresy. Understand its etymology, cultural variations, and theological implications.

October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

💖 Embracing the Virtue of IHSAN: Doing What is Beautiful in Islam

Saleh Al-Mahmoud Religion Islamic Studies Spirituality Islam Ihsan Sufism Excellence Spirituality

Delve into Ihsan, the Islamic principle of excellence and beauty in worship and conduct, especially within Sufism. Explore its linguistic roots, historical background, and significance in Islamic spirituality.