Islamic Terms Lexicon - Comprehensive Dictionary of Islamic Terms

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October 1, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

💰 Grasping Ribā: The Prohibition of Usury in Islam 🕌

Fatima Ibn Khalid Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam Ribā Usury Islamic Jurisprudence Finance Economics

Explore the concept of ribā (usury) in Islamic jurisprudence. Understand its historical context, theological basis, and legal implications as established by the Qur'an, Hadith, and scholarly interpretations.

October 1, 2023 6 min read Dictionary

📖 Delving into ḤAQQU ʾL-YAQĪN: The Conviction of Truth in Sufism

Ibrahim Al-Qurashi Religion Islamic Studies Mysticism ḤAQQU ʾL-YAQĪN Sufism Islamic Philosophy Spirituality Mysticism Faith

Discover the profound concept of ḤAQQU ʾL-YAQĪN in Sufism. Understand its significance as the ultimate conviction of truth in Islamic mysticism and its role in the spiritual journey towards divine essence.

October 1, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📚 Delving into the Life and Works of Ibn Sina (Avicenna)

Samira Al-Hashimi Religion Islamic Studies Philosophy Medicine Ibn Sina Avicenna Islamic Philosophy Medicine Neoplatonism Islamic Golden Age

Explore the profound legacy of Ibn Sina, also known as Avicenna, an eminent philosopher, physician, and polymath of the Islamic Golden Age. Understand his contributions to various fields and their enduring impact on both the Muslim world and Europe.

October 1, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📚 Educational Institutions: Historical & Modern Aspects🏛

Ibrahim El-Youssef Education Islamic Studies History Islam Education Madrasas Kuttab History Culture

Journey through the evolution of Islamic educational institutions, explore the significance of kuttab and madrasas, and understand contemporary trends in Islamic education.

October 1, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

📚 Embracing TARBIYYAH: The Islamic Approach to Upbringing and Education

Ibrahim Al-Khalidi Religion Islamic Studies Education Islam Tarbiyyah Education Child-Rearing Pedagogy Adab

Dive deep into the concept of Tarbiyyah, encompassing both religious and secular education in Islamic tradition. Understand its multifaceted role in child-rearing and the cultivation of adab (etiquette).

October 1, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📚 Exploring the Contributions of Khurshid Ahmad: Islamic Economics and Modern Thought

Ayesha Farooq Scholars Economics Islamic Thought Islamic Economics Khurshid Ahmad Islamic Studies Pakistan

Discover the life and legacy of Khurshid Ahmad, a Pakistani Islamic scholar who revolutionized Islamic economics, prioritized social responsibility, and integrated science and technology into Islamic teachings.

October 1, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📚 Mastering Nahw: The Foundation of Arabic Grammar

Farah Al-Maktoum Language Studies Arabic Literature Islamic Studies Arabic Grammar Nahw Linguistics Abul Aswad Al-Duali Al-Sibawayh

Discover Nahw, the essential discipline of Arabic grammar that shapes the expressive richness and precision of the Arabic language. Learn about its origins, key figures, cultural significance, and fundamental concepts.

October 1, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📚 The Wahhabis: Foundation, Ideology, and Impact on Islamic Thought

Ibrahim Al-Kindi Religion Islamic Studies History Wahhabism Islamic Reform Monotheism Saudi Arabia Islamic History

Explore the Wahhabi movement, its foundations, and its profound impact on Islamic society, focusing on its founder Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab and his alliance with Muhammad ibn Saud. Delve into the core teachings centered around Tawhid and the movement's efforts for religious and sociopolitical revival.

October 1, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

📚 ʿILMU ʾT̤-T̤IBB: The Science of Medicine in Islamic Tradition

Dr. Mariam Al-Mokhtar Religion Islamic Studies Medical Sciences Islam ʿIlmu ʾt̤-T̤ibb Medicine History of Medicine Islamic Science

Dive into ʿIlmu ʾt̤-T̤ibb, the science of medicine in Islamic culture, exploring its etymology, historical significance, and cultural variations. Understand its breadth and profound impact on the development of medical science across civilizations.

October 1, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

📜 Classifying Islamic Traditions: The Authenticity of Ḥadīth 📚

Ibrahim Al-Mansoor Religion Islamic Studies Historiography Islam Ḥadīth Islamic Tradition Islamic Scholarship Prophetic Sayings

Dive into the classification of Ḥadīth (Islamic traditions) based on the character of narrators. Understand the significance of Ḥadīs̤u ʾṣ-Ṣaḥīḥ, Ḥadīs̤u ʾl-Ḥasan, and Ḥadīs̤u ʾẓ-Ẓaʿīf in Islamic scholarship.

October 1, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

📜 Essence of Mufāk͟harah: An In-depth Look at Boasting in Islam

Husayn Al-Zahiri Religion Ethics Islamic Studies Islam Ethics Mufāk͟harah Muhammad's Teachings Humility

Dive deep into the Islamic perspective on boasting, its ethical implications, and cultural nuances through an exploration of the term 'Mufāk͟harah.'

October 1, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📜 Ibn Ata Allah: The Systematizer of Shadhili Sufi Order

Fatimah Al-Harith Religion Islamic Studies Sufism Sufism Shadhili Order Islamic Mysticism Ibn Ata Allah Dhikr Hikmah

Delve into the life and contributions of Ibn Ata Allah, a pivotal figure in the Shadhili Sufi order, known for his work on dhikr and his compilation of aphorisms.