Islamic Terms Lexicon - Comprehensive Dictionary of Islamic Terms

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October 5, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

⏳ Exploring FATRAH (فترة‎): Intermission in Prophetic Revelation

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies Theology Mysticism Islam Fatrāh Revelation Intermission Islamic Theology Sufi Mysticism

Delve into the concept of Fatrāh (فترة‎) in Islamic theology. Understand its significance as intermission in prophetic revelations, its various interpretations, and its understanding within Sufi mysticism. Explore the cultural and theological layers of this profound term.

October 5, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

☀️ Understanding ʿASR (عصر‎): The 🔥 Afternoon Prayer in Islam

Samira Bashir Religion Islamic Studies Spirituality Islam ʿAsr Prayers Salat Qur'an Islamic Practices

Dive deep into ʿASR (عصر‎), the pivotal afternoon prayer in Islam. Understand its significance, etymology, and cultural aspects, along with its place in the Qurʾānic surahs and Islamic traditions.

October 5, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

☀️ YAUMU ʾL-ḤASHR (يوم الحشر‎): Unveiling the Day of Assembly in Islam

Fatimah S. Mirza Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Yaumu ʾl-Ḥashr Day of Assembly Judgment Day Eschatology Theology Qur'an

Dive into the profound concept of Yaumu ʾl-Ḥashr, known as the Day of Assembly, within Islamic theology. Understand its significance, cultural nuances, and how it compares with eschatological beliefs in other religions.

October 5, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

⚔️ Exploring Timar: The Ottoman Land Grant System

Osman Tariq History Islamic Studies Economy Ottoman Empire Timar Land Grant System Military History Fiscal Policy

Delve into the Timar system of the Ottoman Empire, a land-grant framework awarding free cavalrymen the right to collect taxes in exchange for military service. Learn about its origins, transformation, and historical significance.

October 5, 2023 6 min read Dictionary

⚔️ Nadir Shah Afshar: The Conqueror of Persia 🏰

Hassan El-Mansouri History Islamic Studies Biographies Nadir Shah Afsharid Dynasty Iran Islamic History Sunni-Shia Reconciliation

Explore the life and reign of Nadir Shah Afshar, founder of the Afsharid dynasty in Iran, his attempts to reconcile Sunnis and Shiis, and his eventual assassination.

October 5, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

⚔️ RĀFIʿ IBN K͟HADĪJ (رافع بن خديج‎): A Young Warrior Among the Ṣaḥābah

Iman Al-Hussein Religion Islamic Studies History Islam Ṣaḥābah Prophet Muhammad Battle of Uhud Islamic History

Explore the life of Rāfiʿ ibn K͟hadīj, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), who despite his young age, left a legacy of courage during the Battle of Uhud and garnered an assurance from the Prophet for the Day of Judgment.

October 5, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

⚔️ SAIFU ʾLLĀH (سيف الله‎): The Sword of God 🕌

Ibrahim Al-Rashid Religion Islamic Studies History Islam Saif Allah Khalid Ibn Al-Walid Military Leadership Islamic History

Dive into the historical and religious significance of the title 'Saifu ʾllāh' (سيف الله‎), bestowed by the Prophet Muhammad upon the illustrious general Khalid ibn al-Walid. Explore its etymology, background, cultural nuances, and its revered legacy within Islamic tradition.

October 5, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

⚔️ The Battle of Buʿāṣ̤: Unveiling an Intricate Pre-Islamic Conflict

Shihāb Al-Dīn Abū Al-Faraj History Islamic Studies Islam Hijra Arabian History Tribal Wars Pre-Islamic Era

Delve into the historical and cultural significance of the Battle of Buʿāṣ̤, an intense skirmish between the Banū K͟hazraj and Banū Aus tribes, occurring shortly before the Hijra of Prophet Muḥammad from Makkah.

October 5, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

⚔️ The Justice of Islam: Exploring the Role of the Jallād 🕌

Uzair Ibn-Hassan Religion Islamic Studies History Law Islam Execution Judicial Practices Shari’ah Law

Uncover the historical and contemporary role of the jallād (executioner) in Islamic judicial practices. Analyze how these practices evolved and their significance in maintaining justice and deterrence.

October 5, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

⚔️ Understanding Bāghī بَاغِي: The Islamic Definition of Rebellion

Sajid Al-Nur Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam Bāghī Rebellion Jurisprudence Law Religious Studies

Explore the concept of Bāghī in Islamic jurisprudence, detailing its implications, historical context, and guidelines for addressing rebellion. Compare its interpretation across different Islamic traditions.

October 5, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

⚖️ AVENGER OF BLOOD: Islamic Law and Tradition

Hasan Al-Rashid Religion Islamic Studies Comparative Law Islamic Law Jewish Law Qisas Retaliation Justice System Theology

Explore the concept of the avenger of blood in Islamic law and its comparisons with the Jewish legal tradition. Understand the cultural and theological nuances behind this practice in historical and contemporary contexts.

October 5, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

⚖️ Blood, The Avenger of: Understanding Qisas in Islamic Law

Farah Durrani Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam Qisas Islamic Law Justice Retribution Jurisprudence

Delve into Qisas, a principle of Islamic jurisprudence that denotes 'retaliation in kind' or 'eye for an eye.' Uncover its profound implications, historical context, cultural perceptions, and more.