Welcome to the Dictionary of Islam
IslamReference.com is your go-to source for understanding Islam, its history, theology, culture, and much more. Our goal is to provide reliable and scholarly resources to students, researchers, educators, and anyone with an interest in Islamic studies.
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At IslamReference.com, we aim to:
- Educate: Offer detailed entries on key Islamic terms, concepts, and figures.
- Connect: Promote interfaith dialogue and understanding.
- Preserve: Archive the rich intellectual and cultural history of Islam.
Key Features
- Islamic Terms Lexicon: A growing dictionary with in-depth entries explaining key terms in Islamic thought and practice.
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- Resource Library: Access to books, papers, and digital resources.
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Sample Lexicon Entry
Tawḥīd
- Etymology: Derived from Arabic وَحْد (waḥda), meaning “oneness”.
- Meaning: Central concept of Islam signifying the “oneness” and “uniqueness” of Allah.
Recommended Reading
- “A Theology of Unity” by Ismail Raji al-Faruqi
- “The Concept of God in Islam” by Abu Ameenah Bilal Philips
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