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

💼 Understanding Faqih: The Guardians of Islamic Jurisprudence

Ahmad Al-Hakim Religion Islamic Studies Legal Studies Islam Faqih Jurisprudence Fiqh Islamic Law

Dive into the role of the Faqih, the experts in Islamic jurisprudence, their historical significance, and transformations in the modern era. Learn how they function within the legal and social frameworks of the Islamic community.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

💼 Understanding Wadī'ah (وديعة‎): The Concept of Deposits in Islamic Law

Farooq Al-Hakim Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam Wadī'ah Islamic Jurisprudence Deposits Fiqh

Delve into Wadī'ah, the Islamic concept of deposits, exploring its legal framework, cultural contexts, and theological significance. Compare it with similar and contrasting concepts in other traditions.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

💼 Understanding ZAKĀT: The Islamic Pillar of Charity

Imran Al-Malik Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Zakāt Charity Pillars of Islam Theology Islamic Law

Explore Zakāt (زكوة‎), the cornerstone of Islamic charity, purification, and community support. Learn about its guidelines, significance, and variations across different forms of wealth.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

💼 Unpacking IJĀRAH: The Essence of Leasing in Islamic Finance

Sayeed Al-Masri Religion Finance Economics Islamic Studies Islam Ijārah Islamic Finance Leasing Economics

Dive into the concept of Ijārah, a fundamental principle of leasing in Islamic finance, elucidating its significance, cultural differences, and its comparison with conventional leasing.

October 3, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

📅 Discovering Jumādā al-Ūlā: The Fifth Month of the Islamic Calendar

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies History Islam Hijri Calendar Islamic Months Jumādā Al-Ūlā Cultural Studies

Explore Jumādā al-Ūlā, the fifth month in the Islamic Hijri calendar, uncovering its etymology, significance, historical context, and cultural nuances.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

📅 Exploring JUMĀDĀ ʾL-UK͟HRĀ: Delving into Islam's Sixth Month

Karim Ali-Farooq Religion Islamic Studies History Islam Jumādā ʾl-Ukhrā Islamic Calendar Lunar Months Months

Dive into the significance of Jumādā ʾl-Ukhrā, the sixth month in the Islamic calendar. Discover its place in the lunar year, cultural practices, and explore its historical and theological importance.

October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📅 Understanding YAUMU ʾL-ḤISĀB: The Day of Reckoning in Islam

Omar Ibrahim Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Day of Reckoning Judgment Day Theology Eschatology Afterlife

Delve into YAUMU ʾL-ḤISĀB (يوم الحساب‎), the Islamic Day of Reckoning or Judgment Day. Explore its theological significance, representations in the Qurʾān, and comparisons with similar concepts in other religious traditions.

October 3, 2023 6 min read Dictionary

📅 Unveiling the Sacred Months of Islam: Shahr 📜

Ahmed Ibn Safiyyah Religion Islamic Studies Islam Islamic Calendar Lunar Calendar

Explore the months of the Islamic lunar calendar, their significance, associated traditions, and roots in both pre-Islamic and Islamic eras. Gain insights into how they shape Muslim life globally.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

📅 YAUMU ʾL-WAʿĪD (يوم الوعيد‎): The Day of Threatening

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam YAUMU ʾL-WAʿĪD Day of Judgment Eschatology Theology Afterlife

An in-depth exploration of YAUMU ʾL-WAʿĪD (يوم الوعيد‎), the Day of Judgment as depicted in Islamic eschatology. Understand its importance, theological implications, and cultural perceptions.

October 3, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

📆 Understanding Nasīʾ: The Islamic Concept of Intercalation in the Lunar Year

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies History Islam Nasīʾ Lunar Calendar Sacred Months Arabic Tradition Islamic History

Explore the concept of Nasīʾ, the Arabic term for the intercalation or adjustment of sacred months within the lunar calendar, its historical significance, and its impact on Islamic tradition.

October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📈 Economics (Islamic): An Alternative Paradigm in Financial Systems

Yasmin Al-Hassan Economics Religion Islamic Studies Islamic Economics Quran Sunnah Ethical Finance Sayyid Abu Al-Ala Mawdudi

Unveil the unique principles and values that constitute Islamic Economics, a complete economic doctrine rooted in the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah. Understand its emphasis on justice, prohibition of interest, and promotion of ethical investments.

October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📐 Exploring ʿILMU ʾL-HANDASAH: The 📏 Science of Geometry in Islam

Bilal Al-Rashid Education Mathematics Islamic Studies History Islam Geometry Mathematics Islamic Golden Age Science Engineering

Delve into the fascinating world of ʿILMU ʾL-HANDASAH (علم الهندسة‎), the Islamic science of geometry. Understand its historical significance in the Islamic Golden Age, its etymology, cultural impact, and contribution to modern mathematics and engineering.