Islamic Terms Lexicon - Comprehensive Dictionary of Islamic Terms

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October 3, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

🔮 JABARŪT (جبروت‎): The Realm of Divine Power

Leila Habib Religion Islamic Studies Spirituality Islam Jabarūt Sufism Mysticism Theology Divine Power

Dive into the mystical concept of Jabarūt, a key term in Sufism representing the possession of divine power and omnipotence. Understand its significance within Islamic spirituality and Sufi mysticism.

October 3, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

🔮 Talisman (طلسم): Unveiling the Mystical 🌟

Zainab Al-Rasheed Religion Mysticism Cultural Studies Talisman Amulet Islamic Tradition Mysticism Protection

Explore the rich history and significance of 'Talisman' (طلسم) in Islamic tradition, its etymology, cultural contexts, and how it juxtaposes with other protective and supernatural forms.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🔮 The Ancient Art of ʿIlmu ʾl-Aktāf (علم الاكتاف‎): Divination by the Sheep's Shoulder-Blade 🏺

Noor Al-Hazari Religion History Anthropology Divination Ancient Practices Arabian Culture ʿIlmu ʾl-Aktāf

Explore ʿIlmu ʾl-Aktāf, an ancient Arabian practice of divination using the shoulder-blades of sheep. Dive into its historical background, etymology, cultural significance, and comparative analysis with related forms of divination.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🔮 Understanding Fīrāsah (فراسة‎): The Insightful Art of Intuition in Islam

Layla Amin Religion Islamic Studies Spirituality Physiognomy Islam Fīrāsah Sufism Physiology Intuition Spirituality

Unravel the concept of Fīrāsah, the Ṣūfī term for the enlightening intuition of the heart and the science of physiognomy. Dive into its etymology, cultural significance, and parallel concepts in other traditions.

October 3, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

🔮 Understanding KAHĀNAH: The Islamic Perspective on Fortune-Telling

Yasmin Al-Haj Religion Islamic Studies Spirituality Islam Kahānah Fortune-Telling Prophetic Hadiths Islamic Practice

Dive into the concept of Kahānah in Islamic tradition, the act of fortune-telling, and its religious implications according to Islamic teachings. Learn how attitudes toward fortune-telling in Islam compare to other religious traditions.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🔮 Unveiling the 🏔️ Druzes: A Heretical Mystic Sect of Islam

Hassan Al-Musawi Religion Islamic Studies Mysticism Islam Druzes Mysticism Heresy Theology Middle Eastern Studies

Discover the fascinating history and beliefs of the Druzes, a heretical sect of Islam that emerged in the eleventh century in the mountains of Syria. Learn about their unique theology, cultural nuances, and influential figures such as al-Hakim, Hamzah, and al-Darazi.

October 3, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

🔵 ZAKARĪYĀʾ (زكرياء‎): The Prophet of Miraculous Legacy

Hakeem Ibn Sa'id Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Zakarīyāʾ Prophet Qur'an John the Baptist Islamic Stories

Explore the life and significance of Zakarīyāʾ (زكرياء‎) in Islamic tradition. Discover his role as a prophet, his miraculous story with John the Baptist, and his connections in the Qur'an.

October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🔷 Delving Into Geometry: The Illuminating Mathematical Influence of the Islamic World

Layla Al-Mansur Mathematics History Islamic Studies Geometry Islamic Mathematics Algebra Astronomy Non-Euclidean Geometry

An in-depth look at the historical and mathematical contributions of medieval Islamic scholars to the field of geometry, influencing its use in astronomy, solving algebraic problems, and the developments in non-Euclidean geometries.

October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🕒 Understanding Salat al-Asr: The Midafternoon Prayer in Islam

Ibrahim Hassan Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Salat Daily Prayers Asr Prayer Pillars of Islam Islamic Practices

Delve into the significance of Salat al-Asr, the third of the five mandatory daily prayers in Islam, and its unique timing during the day. Learn about its cycles, cultural variations, and theological importance.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🗻 Prophet Shuʿaib (Jethro): A Bridge Between Faiths

Layla Hassan Religion Islamic Studies Theology Comparative Religion Islam Prophet Shuʿaib Jethro Abrahamic Faiths Islamic Prophets

Explore the life and teachings of Prophet Shuʿaib (known as Jethro in the Christian and Jewish traditions), his significance in Islamic tradition, and his role as a spiritual bridge between various Abrahamic faiths.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🗻 Understanding MARWAH: A Sacred Landmark in Islamic Pilgrimage

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies Theology Religious Practices Islam Marwah Hajj Umrah Pilgrimage Islamic Tradition

Explore Marwah, one of the twin hills integral to the rituals of Hajj and Umrah in Islam. Delve into its historical and religious significance, and its place in the broader tapestry of Islamic tradition.

October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🗿 Discovering SUWĀʿ (سواع‎): The Ancient Idol of Pre-Islamic Arabia

Muhammad Al-Hariri Religion Islamic Studies Middle Eastern History Islam SUWĀʿ Pre-Islamic Arabia Idolatry Qur’an Sūrah Noah

Dive deep into the history and significance of SUWĀʿ (سواع‎), an idol commonly referenced in Islamic scripture. Explore its intriguing origins, cultural impact, and its place within pre-Islamic and Islamic context.