Islamic Terms Lexicon - Comprehensive Dictionary of Islamic Terms

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October 25, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🤝 Exploring MUṢĀFAḤAH (مصافحة‎): The Art of Handshaking in Islam

Sami Ibn Kamil Religion Islamic Studies Cultural Studies Islam Muṣāfaḥah Handshaking Islamic Etiquette Sunnah Cultural Practices

Dive into Muṣāfaḥah (مصافحة‎), the Islamic custom of shaking hands, understanding its religious significance, cultural variations, and the spirituality embedded in this simple yet profound gesture.

October 24, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

✨ Exploring the Life and Legacy of Rumi: Mystical Poet and Sufi Sage

Sara El-Nagir Religion Islamic Studies Literary Analysis Islam Rumi Sufism Poetry Mawlawi Order

Delve into the profound influence of Jalal al-Din Rumi, his philosophical musings, and the mystical path that gave rise to the renowned Mawlawi (Mevlevi) Sufi order. Discover his enduring legacy in poetry, music, and spiritual practice.

October 24, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🍏 Understanding The Forbidden Fruit: A Qurʾānic Perspective

Safiya Al-Hakim Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Forbidden Fruit Qurʾān Theology Eschatology

Dive into the concept of the Forbidden Fruit mentioned in the Qurʾān and explore its significance, interpretations, and symbolic meanings across different cultures and traditions.

October 24, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📖 The Christian Clergy in the Qurʾān: A Study in Interfaith Relations

Ibn Rahman Religion Islamic Studies Comparative Religion Qurʾān Christian Clergy Islam Imām Muftī Qāẓī Interfaith

Discover how the Qurʾān references Christian clergy with comparative praise and explore the lack of a precise parallel to this in Islam with roles like Imām, Muftī, and Qāẓī filling similar functions. Learn about the cultural significance and historical development of these roles.

October 24, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🕊️ The Sanusi Tariqah: Revivalist Sufism in the Heart of the Sahara 🌍

Fatima Abd-Al-Rahman Religion Islamic Studies History Sufism Sanusi Tariqah Libyan History Jihad Colonial Resistance

Explore the Sanusi Tariqah, a Sufi order from Libya, founded by Muhammad ibn Ali al-Sanusi. Learn about its influence, principles, and the role it played in resisting colonialism and shaping modern Libya.

October 24, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🖇️ Mut'ah: Exploring the Concept of Temporary Marriage in Islam

Hassan Al-Qadir Religion Islamic Studies Cultural Practices Islam Mut'ah Temporary Marriage Shi’a Islam Islamic Law Marriage Practices

Dive deep into the practice of Mut'ah, a temporary marriage in Twelver Shi'a Islam. Understand its origins, cultural significance, and the debates surrounding it.

October 24, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

🤲 AR-RAʾUF (الروف‎): The Kindness of the Divine

Kamal Hassan Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Asma Ul Husna Compassion Theology Qur'an

Dive into the Islamic understanding of AR-RAʾUF (الروف‎), one of the ninety-nine beautiful names of Allah, which signifies His supreme kindness and compassion toward mankind.

October 23, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

⚖️ Unveiling the Qāẓī (قاضى‎): The Pillar of Justice in Islamic Jurisprudence

Ibrahim Al-Hosseini Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam Qāẓī Islamic Law Judiciary Governance Sharia

Explore the multifaceted role of the Qāẓī, an Islamic judge appointed by the ruler of a Muslim country. Understand the theological, legal, and social responsibilities that define this crucial position within Islamic governance.

October 23, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

✨ AL-QUDDŪS (القدوس‎): Understanding The Holy in Islam

Hafsa El-Rasheed Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Al-Quddūs Divine Names Theology Qurʾān

Delve into the significance of Al-Quddūs (القدوس), one of the ninety-nine names of God in Islam, symbolizing divine purity and sanctity. Explore its etymology, context in the Qur'an, cultural interpretations, and associated theological concepts.

October 23, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🌟 Unveiling T̤arīqah: The Path to Spiritual Elevation

Noor Al-Sufi Religion Islamic Studies Mysticism Sufism T̤arīqah Mysticism Islamic Spirituality Religious Life

Dive into the mystical world of T̤arīqah in Sūfism, as we explore its origins, defining features, cultural impact, and its relationship with the broader Islamic tradition. Learn how this sacred path transforms the devotee's life.

October 23, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🏡 Understanding MĪRĀS̤ (ميراث‎): The Islamic Concept of Inheritance

Fatima Al-Zahra Religion Islamic Studies Social Science Islam Mīrās̤ Inheritance Sharia Law Culture

Dive into the Islamic concept of MĪRĀS̤ (ميراث‎), or inheritance, its significance, laws, and cultural importance in Islamic society.

October 23, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📖 Exploring the Qur'anic View of Jesus Christ 🕊️: Sonship, Divinity, and Sinlessness

Fatima El-Yassin Religion Islamic Studies Theology Comparative Religion Islam Christianity Jesus Sonship Divinity Theology Interfaith

A comprehensive analysis of the depiction of Jesus Christ in the Qur'an, addressing the concepts of divinity, sonship, and sinlessness. We will explore the relevant verses, interfaith dialogues, and theological perspectives.