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 11, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

📚 Ibn Majah: Pioneer of Sunnī Hadith Compilations

Muhammad Al-Tayyib Biographies Religion Islamic History Ibn Majah Hadith Islamic Studies Sunni Traditions Kitab Al-Sunan Qazvin

Explore the life and legacy of Ibn Majah, an influential Sunnī traditionist. His canonical collection, Kitab al-Sunan, holds a notable place among the six core hadith collections, despite controversies over the authenticity of its traditions.

October 11, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

📚 Suyuti: The Polymath Scholar of the Islamic Golden Age

Yusuf Al-Harith Religion Islamic Studies History Islam Suyuti Scholarship Quran Commentary Hadith Sufism

Explore the vast contributions of Suyuti, an esteemed Egyptian scholar who ventured into areas ranging from Quranic commentary and jurisprudence to Sufism and belles-lettres. Learn how his works shaped Islamic thought and scholarship.

October 11, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📚 Unveiling Baqillani: The Pillar of Ashari Kalam 🕌

Dr. Ahmad Al-Hakim Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Baqillani Ashari Theology Maliki Jurisprudence Kalam Islamic Scholars

Delve into the life and contributions of Abu Bakr Muhammad al-Baqillani, an instrumental figure in Ashari theology and Maliki jurisprudence. Explore his debates, teachings, and the doctrine of Quranic inimitability.

October 11, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

🔍 Unveiling AL-MUḤṢĪ (المحصى‎): The Divine Counter

Ibrahim Al-Yafai Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Al-Muḥṣī Divine Attributes The 99 Names of Allah Qurʾānic Concepts

A comprehensive exploration of AL-MUḤṢĪ (المحصى‎), one of the 99 beautiful names of Allah in Islam. Delve into its etymology, significance, and cultural insights within the Islamic tradition and beyond.

October 11, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🔎 Understanding WAS̤ANĪ (وثنى‎): The Concept of Idolatry in Islam

Hasan Ibn Rashid Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Was'anī Idolatry Theology Syncretism Religious Practice

Dive into the significance of 'Was̤anī' in Islamic theology, its etymology, historical context, and impact on cultural and religious practices. Understand its importance and compare it with similar concepts across different faiths.

October 11, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🛡️ Testamentary Wisdom: Navigating Evidence in Islamic Wills

Omar Al-Hakim Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam Wills Testamentary Evidence Sharia Law Executors Orphans

Explore the complex tapestry of Islamic jurisprudence on wills and testaments, with a focus on the necessity of valid executor appointments and the role of evidence provided by executors and orphans. Dive into the cultural and legal sensitivities that differentiate Islamic practices from other traditions.

October 11, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🧕 Understanding Jilbab: The Outer Garment in Islamic Tradition

Layla Hakim Religion Islamic Studies Women's Studies Islam Jilbab Modesty Women's Clothing Qur'an Islamic Tradition

Discover the multifaceted role of the Jilbab, an outer garment prescribed by the Qur’an for Muslim women, and its significance across various Islamic cultures.

October 11, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🧩 Unraveling Omar Khayyam: The Quintessential Scholar and Poet

Sahar Mahmoodi Literature History Islamic Studies Science Omar Khayyam Persian Literature Polymath Rubaiyat Philosophy Mathematics

Dive into the life and works of Omar Khayyam, the celebrated Persian polymath. Explore his contributions to philosophy, astronomy, mathematics, and poetry, and uncover the legacy of his Rubaiyat.

October 10, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

⏳ Understanding AL-YAUMU ʾL-ĀK͟HIR (اليوم الاخر‎): The Day of Judgment

Ibrahim Khan Religion Islamic Studies Eschatology Islam AL-YAUMU ʾL-ĀK͟HIR Day of Judgment Eschatology Theology Afterlife

Explore AL-YAUMU ʾL-ĀK͟HIR, the Islamic concept of the Last Day, often referred to as the Day of Judgment. Grasp its profound significance in Islamic theology and its cultural impact.

October 10, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

⚔️ The Tale of Jālūt (جالوت‎): Exploring the Epic Story of Goliath in Islamic Tradition

Zaynab Ibrahim Religion Islamic Studies Comparative Religion Islam Jālūt Goliath Prophets David Islamic History

Dive deep into the Islamic and cross-cultural narratives surrounding Jālūt (جالوت‎), better known as Goliath. Understand the intertwining significance of his story in Islamic and Judeo-Christian texts, and the eternal moral lessons drawn from it.

October 10, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

⚔️ Understanding Omar Hassan al-Bashir: The Controversial Sudanese General and His 💼 Government

Fatima El-Hourani Political Studies Islamic Studies African Studies Omar Hassan Al-Bashir Sudan Islamic Front Civil War Sudanese Politics

Explore Omar Hassan al-Bashir's ascension to power in Sudan, his relationship with the National Islamic Front, and his impact on Sudanese politics and civil conflict.

October 10, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

⚔️ Unpacking the Term FAUJDĀR: The Mogul Era Officer and Modern Implications

Ibrahim Al-Muhajir History Islamic Studies Legal Studies Islam Faujdār Mogul Government Criminal Justice History Legal Studies

Delve into the historical and contemporary meanings of Faujdār (فوجدآر). Understand its role in the Mogul government and its evolution into modern judicial systems.