Islamic Terms Lexicon - Comprehensive Dictionary of Islamic Terms

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October 5, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

💼 Exploring MUMSIK (ممسك‎): The Miserly Character in Islamic Thought

Fatima Al-Basri Religion Islamic Ethics Cultural Norms Islam MUMSIK Munfiq Ethics Cultural Studies Behavior

Understand the concept of MUMSIK (ممسك‎) in Islam, detailing its origin, cultural implications, and its contrast with the term 'Munfiq' (منفق)—a liberal or generous person. Discover the moral and ethical dimensions as discussed in Islamic teachings.

October 5, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

💼 Understanding IQĀLAH (اقالة‎): The Islamic Concept of Contract Cancellation

Fatima Al-Samarrai Religion Islamic Studies Law Islam IQĀLAH Contract Law Islamic Jurisprudence Sharia

Discover the intricacies of IQĀLAH, the Islamic concept that deals with the cancellation or dissolution of a sale or any other contract. Grasp its legal significance, historical context, and how it compares across cultures.

October 5, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

📅 Understanding YAUM (يوم‎): The Concept of Days in Islamic Culture

Amina Al-Fahad Religion Islamic Studies Culture Islam Yaum Days of the Week Time Culture

Dive into the term 'Yaum' (يوم‎), an essential concept in Islamic culture representing days of the week and their significance. Explore its etymology, cultural practices, and comparable traditions across different religions.

October 5, 2023 3 min read Dictionary

📅 Unveiling YAUMU ʾL-INQIT̤Āʿ: The 🕌 Islamic Concept of the Day of Cessation

Mariam Ehsan Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Yaumu ʾl-Inqit̤āʿ Legal Terms Eschatology Theology

Dive into the profound Islamic concept of Yaumu ʾl-Inqit̤āʿ (يوم الانقطاع‎), revealing its legal, spiritual, and theological significance in the Muslim tradition.

October 5, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📐 The Genius of Al-Khwārizmī: The Father of Algebra and Beyond

Zayna Al-Hakim Science Islamic Golden Age Mathematics Al-Khwārizmī Algebra Mathematics Astronomy History of Science Arabic Numerals

Discover the profound contributions of Al-Khwārizmī, the mathematician, astronomer, and geographer who laid the foundations for algebra and transformed the mathematical landscape.

October 5, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📖 Deciphering Hojatallah: Understanding ‘God’s Decisive Proof’ in Islam

Amir Al-Hamidi Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Hojatallah Quran Theology Shah Wali Allah

Dive deep into the significance of 'Hojatallah' within Islamic theology. Understand its interpretations, notable works like 'Hujjat Allah al-Baligha', and its role across different sects including Twelver Shiism, Ismailis, and Sufism.

October 5, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📖 Delving into the Legacy of Ibn Hisham, Abu Muhammad Abd al-Malik: The Editor of Prophet Muhammad's Biography

Zahra Khan Religion Islamic Studies History Biography Islam Islamic Historiography Ibn Hisham Muhammad Islamic Studies

Explore the life and works of Ibn Hisham, Abu Muhammad Abd al-Malik (d. 827), known for his significant contributions in editing and refining the biography of Prophet Muhammad by Ibn Ishaq. His insights have shaped Islamic historiography and remain essential for understanding the Prophet’s life.

October 5, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

📖 Discovering S̤ULS̤ (ثلث‎): The One-Third Division of the Qurʾān

Aliya Idris Religion Islamic Studies Theology Qurʾān Islamic Studies Theology Arabic Terms Quranic Subdivisions

Explore S̤ULS̤, denoting 'one-third' in Arabic, and its significance in the context of the Qurʾān. Learn how this term is used to refer to subdivisions within the holy text and its importance in Islamic theology and study.

October 5, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📖 Liberation Movement of Iran: Balancing Faith and Freedom

Reza M. Daryabadi History Political Science Middle Eastern Studies Iran Political Movements Islamic Parties Iranian Revolution Liberation Movement

Delve into the history and significance of the Liberation Movement of Iran, a party rooted in a moderate Islamic perspective, instrumental in the transfer of power during the 1979 Iranian Revolution, advocating for liberal political and economic policies while opposing both royal and clerical dictatorships.

October 5, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

📖 QĀRIʾ (قارى‎): The Esteemed Reciters of the Qurʾān 🕌

Hassan Al-Marayati Religion Islamic Studies Linguistics Islam Qāriʾ Qurʾān Recitation Tajwīd Islamic History

Delve into the concept of Qāriʾ (قارى‎), a term used to describe scholars proficient in the correct recitation of the Qurʾān, and learn about the seven renowned Qurrāʾ in Islamic history.

October 5, 2023 5 min read Dictionary

📖 The Five Keys of Secret Knowledge in Islam: An Exploration 🕌

Ibrahim Al-Qasir Religion Islamic Studies Theology Islam Qurʾān Sūrah Luqmān Theology Eschatology

Explore the five keys of secret knowledge in Islamic theology as outlined in the last verse of Sūrah Luqmān. Understand their significance and the deeply rooted cultural and religious beliefs they represent.

October 5, 2023 4 min read Dictionary

📖 TILĀWAH (تلاوة‎): The Spiritual Act of Qur'anic Recitation

Muhammad Rahman Religion Islamic Studies Spirituality Theology Islam Tilāwah Qur'an Spirituality Recitation Islamic Practices

Unveil the profound and eloquent practice of Tilāwah, the melodious recitation of the Qur'an in Islam. This piece delves deep into its significance, etymology, cultural nuances, related terms, and much more.