Islamic Terms Lexicon - Comprehensive Dictionary of Islamic Terms

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October 6, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🔮 Interpreting Dreams: The Legacy of Prophet Daniel in Islam 🕌

Dr. Leila Hassan Religion Islamic Studies Theology Mythology Islam Daniel Dāniyāl Interpreting Dreams Prophets Qaṣaṣuʾ L-Ambiyāʾ

Discover the rich legacy of Prophet Daniel (Dāniyāl) in Islamic tradition, celebrated for his role as an interpreter of dreams and his steadfast faith in challenging times.

October 6, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🙏 Discovering AIYŪB (ايوب‎): Lessons from Job's True Patience

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Aiyūb Job Patience Prophets Quran

Delve into the profound story of Aiyūb (ايوب‎), known as Job in the Judeo-Christian tradition. Learn about his unwavering faith, patience, and perseverance through trials as detailed in Islamic scripture.

October 6, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🚼 Infanticide: A Harrowing Practice and Its Prohibition in Islam 😇

Fatima Siddiqi Religion Islamic Studies Ethics Islam Infanticide Women's Rights Quran Islamic Law Ethics

Explore the concept of infanticide, its historical presence in pre-Islamic societies, and the unequivocal prohibition by the Quran. Understand the transformation in the status and rights of women and children in Islamic law.

October 6, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🏙️ Al-Kūfah: The Vanished Seat of Islamic Scholarship

Fatima Al-Qadri Religion History Linguistics Islam Al-Kūfah Kufic Script Islamic Scholarship Middle Eastern History

Journey through the history and significance of Al-Kūfah, a city that once stood as a beacon of Islamic scholarship and whose Kufic script deeply influenced Arabic literature and Qur'anic transcription.

October 6, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🏛️ Architecture in Islam: Beyond Mosques and Minarets

Yasmeen El-Ghazali Architecture Culture History Islamic Studies Islamic Architecture Mosques Minarets Domes Hammams Caravanserais Ottoman Architecture Cultural Significance

A comprehensive exploration of Islamic architecture, discussing the mosque's role, its iconic elements, and the cultural and political significance of architectural styles in the Islamic world.

October 6, 2023 6 min read Dictionary

🏛️ The International Institute of Islamic Economics 🌍: A Center for Advanced Islamic Economic Thought

Hassan Al-Khalifa Education Islamic Studies Economics Islamic Economics International Institute Higher Education IIUI Economic Studies Pakistan

Discover the International Institute of Islamic Economics (IIIE), a premier institute within the International Islamic University Islamabad that nurtures advanced Islamic economic studies and produces Ph.D. graduates with global expertise.

October 6, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🏛️ The Majestic Qubbat al-Sakhra: Spiritual Symbol in Islamic History

Ahmed Ibn-Yusuf Religion Islamic Studies Architecture Islam Qubbat Al-Sakhra Dome of the Rock Jerusalem Islamic Architecture Eschatology

Delve into the historical and architectural magnificence of Qubbat al-Sakhra, the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem. Understand its significance in Islamic eschatology, grandeur in design, and its place in the heart of Muslims worldwide.

October 6, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

🏞️ The Significance of JURF: A Historical Landmark in Islam

Ibrahim El-Hassan Religion Islamic Studies History Islam Jurf Madinah Islamic History Religious Landmark Arabian Geography

Dive into the rich history of JURF (جرف‎), a notable site near al-Madīnah, significant in Islamic history. Learn about its etymology, cultural relevance, and its place in the chronicles of Islam.

October 6, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🏺 Muhammad Ali Dynasty: Shaping Egypt's Modern History

Abdul Rahman El-Gamal History Middle Eastern Studies Political Science History Egypt Muhammad Ali Dynasty Modernization Ottoman Empire British Control

Explore the Muhammad Ali Dynasty, its impact on Egypt's history, and its ambitious modernization efforts from 1805 to 1952, which influenced the country's military, education, technology, infrastructure, and governance.

October 6, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🕊️ The Companions of the Cave (Aṣḥābu ʾl-kahf): A Quranic Tale of Faith

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies Theology Comparative Religion Islam Ashabu 'L-Kahf Companions of the Cave Seven Sleepers Quranic Stories Faith

Discover the story of the Companions of the Cave (Aṣḥābu ʾl-kahf), also known as the Seven Sleepers of Ephesus. Learn about their significance in Sūrah Al-Kahf (Chapter 18) of the Qur'an, and their place in Islamic tradition and comparative religious studies.

October 6, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

🕋 Understanding ASH-SHAHĪD: The Witness of All Things

Yasmin Bint-Farooq Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam ASH-SHAHĪD Quran Attributes of God 99 Names of Allah Theology

Explore ASH-SHAHĪD, one of the ninety-nine beautiful names of Allah in Islam. Understand its profound significance in the Qur’ān and in the lives of Muslims worldwide.

October 6, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

🕌 The Muslim Brotherhood in Syria: An Historical and Political Analysis

Yasmine Al-Najjar History Political Science Islamic Studies Islam Muslim Brotherhood Syria Political Movements Assad Regime Middle Eastern Studies

Explore the origins, evolution, and influence of the Muslim Brotherhood in Syria. Delve into its ideologies, conflicts with the Assad regime, and its lasting impact on Syrian politics.