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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October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🕵️‍♂️ Exploring the Enigmatic SARACEN: A Historic Term 📜

Ishmael Darwish History Religion Etymology Interfaith Studies Islam Saracen Historical Terms Christian-Muslim Interactions Etymology Islamic History

Delve into the term 'Saracen,' historically used by Christian writers to refer to followers of Muḥammad and its manifold implications, origins, and interpretations within both Christian and Islamic chronicles.

October 3, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🕵️‍♂️ Understanding JINĀYAH (جناية): The Islamic Legal Concept of Offences

Hassan Al-Mansoori Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam Jināyah Islamic Law Offences Sharia

Explore Jināyah in the context of Islamic law, covering offenses against the person, including murder, wounding, and more. Understand its legal and cultural significance and its place in the broader framework of Sharia.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🕵🏻‍♂️ Understanding MUNĀFIQ (منافق‎): The Islamic Concept of Hypocrisy

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Hypocrisy Munafiq Surah Al-Munafiqun Theology Qur'an

Explore MUNĀFIQ (منافق‎), the Islamic term for hypocrite. Understand its significance in Islamic theology and history, especially during the time of Prophet Muhammad, and its mention in Surah Al-Munafiqun from the Qur'an.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🕷️ The Wisdom in Al-ʿAnkabūt: The 🕋 Islamic Teachings of the Spider Sūrah

Aisha Al-Mahmoud Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Qurʾān Sūrah Al-ʿAnkabūt Parables Faith Theology

Explore the profound message in Sūrah Al-ʿAnkabūt, the 29th chapter of the Qurʾān. Understand the beautifully poignant parable of the spider and its significance in fostering faith and trust in God.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🖋 Al-Ṣamad: The Eternal and Absolute in Islamic Theology

Fatima Al-Jazari Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Al-Ṣamad God's Attributes Theology Qurʾānic Studies

Delve into the profound concept of Al-Ṣamad, one of the essential attributes of God in Islam. Understand its linguistic origins, theological significance, cultural resonances, and its enduring relevance in the spiritual lives of Muslims.

October 3, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

🖋️ Delving into MARS̤ĪYAH (مرثية‎): The Art of Islamic Funeral Elegy

Ibrahim Al-Najjar Religion Islamic Studies Literature Cultural Studies Islam Mars̤īyah Elegy Muḥarram Al-Ḥasan Al-Ḥusain Poetry

Explore Mars̤īyah (مرثية‎), the Islamic funeral elegy that holds profound significance in religious and cultural contexts. Learn about its etymology, cultural variations, and its key role during Muḥarram in commemorating al-Ḥasan and al-Ḥusain.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🖋️ Embracing Transformation: An Insight into Ali Shariati's Radical Religious Thought

Kamilah Rahimi Religion Islamic Studies Political Science Islam Shariati Ali Political Activism Social Justice Iranian Revolution Theology

Discover the life and revolutionary ideologies of Ali Shariati, an Iranian Shii thinker who intertwined Islamic thought with Marxian influences to advocate for social justice, empowerment, and liberation of the oppressed.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🖋 Insights into INSHĀʾ (انشاء‎): Crafting Artful Expressions in Muslim Culture

Faridah Al-Karimi Religion Islamic Studies Literature Islam Inshāʾ Literary Traditions Arabic Literature Epistolary Art

Discover the multifaceted world of inshāʾ, not merely literary construction but an art form that transcends boundaries and nations. Grasp its historical roots, varied applications, and its influence in shaping intellectual discourse.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🖋️ Kufic: Mastering the Art of Early Islamic Script

Layla Al-Hakim Religion Art History Islamic Studies Islam Kufic Calligraphy Arabic Script Islamic Art

Delve deep into Kufic, one of the earliest and most distinguished styles of Arabic calligraphy. Discover its origins, historical significance, and cultural impact in the Muslim world.

October 3, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🖋️ The Role of KĀTIB (كاتب‎) in Islamic History 🌟

Zahara El-Masri Religion Islamic Studies History Culture Islam Kātib Historical Roles Islamic History Secretarial Duties

Delve into the historical and cultural significance of 'Kātib' (كاتب‎), traditionally an amanuensis, clerk, or secretary in Islamic history. Explore how this role has evolved over time and its impact on Islamic scholarship.

October 3, 2023 6 min read Dictionary

🖤 BLACK STONE [AL-HAJARU ʾL-ASWAD]: An Iconic Symbol in Islam

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies History Islam Black Stone Kaaba Pilgrimage History Traditions

Delve into the significance, history, and cultural impact of the Black Stone, known as Al-Hajaru ʾl-Aswad, a revered object in Islamic tradition situated in the Kaaba in Mecca.

October 3, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

🗓️ Discovering the Islamic Week: Cultural and Spiritual Significance

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Cultural Studies Islamic Studies Islam Days Culture Islamic Practices Islamic Calendar

Explore the Islamic understanding of a week, starting with sunset and delving into the origins, meanings, and cultural contexts of each day. Learn about the special significance of Friday, known as 'Yaumu ʾl-jumʿah', the Day of Assembly.