Explore the significance of Gabriel (Arabic: Jibrāʾīl) in Islam, his role in the revelation of the Qur'an to Prophet Muhammad, and various titles attributed to him in Islamic literature.
An archangel in Islam who revealed the Quran to Prophet Muhammad and acts as his protector.
Gadd al-Haqq, the Egyptian Shaykh of al-Azhar known for his controversial fatwa on female circumcision.
Tatar Muslim Communist intellectual who reinterpreted Communism in the Muslim context during the 1917 Bolshevik revolution.
Explore the concept of gambling in Islamic teachings, its prohibition in the Qur'an, and its implications in Islamic law and ethics.
Religious and political notables of Afghanistan, known for their leadership in the Qadiri Sufi order and political influence.
Creator of the Mongol Empire, who united diverse tribes and founded an extensive empire.
An ancient method of divination that involves interpreting marks made on the ground or patterns formed by thrown handfuls of soil, rocks, or sand.
An exploration of the term 'Ghabn,' which denotes fraud or deceit in sales within an Islamic context. Understand its implications, usage, and significance in Islamic law and daily life.
Historical site where Prophet Muhammad proclaimed Ali ibn Abi Talib as his successor, interpreted differently by Sunni and Shia Muslims.
Explore the term 'Ghaib,' its spiritual and theological implications in Islam, particularly within Sufi mysticism. Understand the esoteric dimensions and how they shed light on the mystical nature of God.
Tunisian Islamic thinker, activist, and political leader, leader of Hizb al-Nahdah.
Explore the concept of Ghaṣb (غصب) in Islamic jurisprudence, its legal implications, and the nuances in determining usurpation of property.
Learn about the G͟HASSĀN (غسان) tribe, its historical significance, and its role during the time of Prophet Muhammad. Understand their geographical and cultural impact in pre-Islamic Arabia.
Explore the historical context and significance of the Ghatfan tribe, its origins, and its role in Islamic history. Understand the tribe's lineage and its interactions in the pre-Islamic and early Islamic eras.
A Ghazal is a form of Arabic, Persian, Turkish, and Urdu poetry that is crafted as a rhyming couplet accompanied by a refrain, steeped in themes of love, loss, and mysticism.
Influential Ashari theologian, jurist, and mystic in Islam
Celebrated Mongol ruler who converted to Islam and made significant contributions to Persian governance and culture.
The Ghaznavids were a South Asian dynasty ruling from 962 to 1186, famed for their Persianate culture and military prowess under Mahmud of Ghazna.
Explore the term 'G͟hībah,' its definition, significance, and condemnation in Islamic teachings. Understand what constitutes G͟hībah, its impact on social harmony, and the related Qur'anic and Hadith references.
A term referring to a young boy or slave, primarily used in the context of military organization during the medieval Islamic period, often associated with Turkish slave-soldiers known as Ghilman.
Explore the term 'Ghulām,' its meanings, and significance in Islamic and modern contexts. Understand its etymology, portrayal in the Qur'an, and usage in historical and contemporary Muslim societies.
Founder of the Ahmadi movement in Punjab, India, claiming to be a prophetic figure across multiple religious traditions.
Refers to Shii groups critical in opposition to the centrist tendencies of Islamic doctrine and government, emphasizing the elevated status of Ali and subsequent Shii imams.
Eastern Persian Sunni dynasty of the mid-twelfth to early thirteenth centuries, known for their military conquests and patronage of literature, architecture, and the arts.
Major purification ritual in Islam, necessary for various forms of worship and situations, and involves full-body washing
Explore the term 'Ghusl,' its religious significance, practices, and detailed explanation based on Islamic teachings and traditions. Understand when and how Ghusl is performed, as well as its importance in maintaining ritual purity.
Understanding Ghusl Masnun (غسل مسنون), its definition, practice based on the Sunnah, and significance in Islamic teachings. Explore the origins and specific occasions for performing Ghusl Masnun.
An exploration of Gnostic influences within various Near Eastern religions, particularly focusing on their impact on Shii movements, Ismaili cosmology, and Sufi traditions in Islam.
Turkish writer and nationalist influential in twentieth-century Turkish political and intellectual history, known for synthesizing secular Western and Islamic reform movements.
Explore the Qur'anic mention of the Golden Calf, the historical context of its worship by the Israelites, and key figures associated with this event, including as-Sāmirī.
Goliath (Jalut in Arabic) is a figure identified in the Quran as the giant leader opposing Talut (Saul).
Explore the concept of Gomorrah, its reference in Islamic texts, and its implications. Understand the historical and theological context of Sadūm (Sodom) and G͟hamūrah (Gomorrah) as depicted in Islamic tradition.
Explore the concept of 'Good Works' (aṣ-Ṣāliḥāt) in Islam, its etymology, theological significance, and the teachings of Prophet Muhammad on performing good deeds.
The leading mufti serving in an advisory capacity to state and court, also known as Shaykh al-Islam, first institutionalized by the Ottoman Empire.
Explore the Islamic concept of ʿAzab al-Qabr, or the Punishments of the Grave. Understand its theological foundations, implications, and significance in a Muslim's belief system. Learn how it shapes Muslim practices and perspectives on the afterlife.
The Armed Islamic Group (GIA) was an insurgent faction in Algeria formed to contest the country's socialist and secular policies, engaging in a violent campaign after a disrupted Islamist electoral victory.
Explore the concept of guardianship in Islam, including its definition, types, and the roles and responsibilities associated with it. Understand how guardianship (wilāyah and ḥiẓānah) affects the management of a minor's property and upbringing.
Urban organizations based on trade, commerce, and artisanal activities, often grouped in specific zones inside cities.
Overview of the influence and practice of Islam in Guinea
Fethullah Gülen, founder of Turkey’s largest faith-oriented Islamic movement and an influential Muslim thinker emphasizing knowledge, tolerance, and justice.
An international conflict in 1990-1991 between Iraq and a U.S.-led coalition to expel Iraqi forces from Kuwait.
A declaration part of the Ottoman reforms aimed at protecting the rights and property of subjects and affirming the restoration of sharia law.
Explore the term 'GURZ,' its meanings, and implications in Islamic practices. Understand how an iron mace is used both in religious symbolism and devotional exercises.
Explore the concept of 'Ilmu al-Adab,' its significance in Islamic scholarship, its structure, and its impact on Arabic linguistics and literary studies. Learn about key texts and scholars in this field.
A comprehensive overview of Islam and the Muslim community in Germany.
An exploration of the Muslim presence and development in Ghana
The history and demographics of Islam in Great Britain, focusing on migration, community development, and integration.
Prominent Pakistani Islamic scholar, modernist, and founder of al-Mawrid and Danish Sara research centers.
Wealth taken by force from an enemy in times of war in classical Islam, with distribution governed by Quranic directives.
Examine the Islamic concept of 'Jannah,' its etymology, varied usage in the Qur'an, and the multi-faceted stages of heavenly bliss in Islamic eschatology.
Sacred hymns embodying contemplative and reflective knowledge within the Ismaili tradition
Learn about the term 'G͟HĀZĪ,' its implications, and usage in the Islamic context. Understand the historical and contemporary relevance of this title, and how it has been bestowed upon significant figures in Islamic history.
Explore the term 'Ghishawah' (غشاوة), its etymology, and profound implications in the Islamic context. Understand its usage in the Qur'an and how it symbolizes spiritual impediments.
An Islamic organization founded in 1979 aimed at guiding immigrant workers through Islamic preaching and social activities, while promoting integration into French society.
Explore the Gospel of Barnabas, its alleged origins, its place within Islamic and Christian discourse, and the controversies surrounding this apocryphal text.
Explore the term 'Ghaddar,' a type of demon mentioned in Islamic folklore, especially known around the borders of al-Yaman. Understand its cultural background and implications within Islamic traditions.
Explore the significance of 'the Grove' (Al-Aikah), its mention in the Qur'an, and the story of the people associated with it. Understand how they treated prophets, particularly focusing on the Prophet Shuʿaib.
Explore the term 'G͟HAZWAH,' its etymology, historical context, and its significance in Islamic history. Understand the difference between G͟HAZWAH and sarīyah and their roles in early Islamic military expeditions.
Explore the term 'G͟HĀSIL,' which denotes the washer of the dead in Islamic tradition, the significance of their role in the community, and the religious duties performed.
Explore the term 'ar-Rūm' (الروم) used in the Qur'an to refer to the Byzantine Empire. Understand its historical and theological significance within Islamic context and its mention in the 'Chapter of the Greeks.'
Explore the claimed connections between the allusions to the crucifixion in the Qur'an and Gnostic traditions. Understand the historical context, theological differences, and the possible influence on Muhammad’s perception of Christianity.
An in-depth exploration of the term 'G͟HAUS̤ (غوث),' its significance, and its usage in the context of Islamic spirituality. Discover what defines a G͟HAUS̤ and its rank among other titles of sanctity.
Explore the term 'Gabr' and its multifaceted implications within an Islamic context, including its etymology, historical references, and cultural significance.
Explore the story of Gideon in the Old Testament and its seemingly analogous account in the Qur'an. Understand the differences and similarities between the narratives of Gideon and Saul.
Explore the concept of 'Gifts' or 'Hibah' in Islam, its legal implications, and the ethical considerations surrounding the giving and retracting of gifts according to Islamic law.
Learn about Goliath (Jālūt in Arabic), the giant whom King David slew as mentioned in the Qur'an. Understand the significance of this figure in Islamic tradition and its cultural impact.
The last Muslim stronghold in western Europe and the last remnant of al-Andalus, renowned for its rich cultural and economic contributions, and most famously, the Alhambra Palace.
Exploring the significance and role of the 'Jadd' (Grandfather) in Islamic jurisprudence including inheritance, guardianship, and social responsibilities.
Leader of the Izalah movement in Nigeria, educator and reformist.
Explore the term 'Ummī,' its origins, and implications within Islamic context. Understand its historical and spiritual dimensions in Islamic theology and how it relates to the concept of Gentiles as per Islamic understanding.
Renowned Egyptian religious scholar and former key member of the Muslim Brotherhood.
Explore the concept of Ghibah (Calumny) in Islam, including its etymology, Qur'anic and Hadith references, and the moral and legal implications of backbiting and false accusations within the Islamic tradition.
Explore the historical background of the Ghifār tribe, their significance in early Islamic history, and their relation to Abu Zarri al-Ghifārī.
Explore the term 'Gospel' in the Islamic context, its Arabic equivalent Injīl, and its relevance in the scriptures of Islam. Understand the Muslim perspective on the Gospel and its role in interfaith dialogue.
The concept of guardianship (wilayah) in both Islamic political theory and legal practice across various Islamic law schools.
An exploration of the Islamic perspective on gambling, including its definitions, prohibitions, and implication
Explore the Ghair-i-Mahdī sect, their belief system, key practices, and relationship with mainstream Islamic traditions. Understand the doctrinal differences and historical context of this small but significant group.
Explore the term 'Ghulūl,' its implications in Islamic context, and its moral and ethical consequences. Understand the Quranic perspective on fraud and the prohibition of purloining war plunder.
Explore the term 'Grandmother' (جدة, Jaddah) in Islamic context. Understand the roles, rights, and responsibilities of grandmothers, especially in regard to guardianship and inheritance.
Explore the term 'G͟hairah,' its implications in Islamic context, and the types of jealousy distinguished by the Prophet Muhammad. Understand how G͟hairah affects interpersonal relationships and is viewed in Islamic teachings.
Dhaka-born amir of the Jamaat-i Islami of Bangladesh from 1971 to 2000.
Crimean Tatar reformer, educator, and publicist.
Expeditionary raids by Bedouin tribes; modern connotations include raid, invasion, and aggression.
Explore the term 'G͟HISLĪN (غسلين),' its implications, and its usage in the Islamic context. Understand its significance in the Qur'anic description of the damned in hell.
Explore the term G͟HŪL, its roots in Islamic tradition and folklore, and its depiction as a demonic entity. Understand its role within the broader context of Jinn and supernatural beliefs in Islam.
Learn about the term 'Ghurrah,' its implications, and usage in Islamic jurisprudence. Understand the context of Ghurrah as a fine related to causing a miscarriage and its value assessment.
Explore the significance of the girdle (Nit̤āq) in various Islamic orders, particularly among the Bakhtāshī and other Sufi orders. Understand its historical and symbolic importance through religious and cultural contexts.
Explore the Islamic perspective on Gog and Magog (Yājūj wa Mājūj). Understand their historical and eschatological significance as described in the Qur'an and other Islamic sources.
Discover the detailed guidelines for conversation and speaking as outlined in the Qur'an, Hadith, and Islamic ethical works. Understand the significance of moderation, kindness, and wisdom in communication according to Islamic teachings.
The sultan’s absolute deputy in the Ottoman Empire responsible for military and civil matters.
An overview of the influence and role of Islam in the Gulf States, focusing on the interplay between different Islamic sects and political maneuvers.
Understand the significance of Ghadīr, its etymology, and its role in Shīʿah Islam. Learn about the rituals associated with this festival and the historical context behind it.
Understand the term 'Ghaẓab,' its implications in Islamic theology, its frequent usage in the Qur'an, and its impact on the daily lives of Muslims.
Explore the term 'Ghulāt,' its origins, and its implications within Shīʿah Islam. Understand the beliefs, historical context, and significance of this sect in Islamic thought.
Explore the term 'Ghurāb' in Islamic context, particularly its mystical connotations in Sufism with reference to a state of separation from God.
Learn about the Islamic perspective on graves, their construction, rituals associated with them, and their religious significance in Muslim culture.
The role, development, and influence of Islam in The Gambia.
Explore the figure of St. George, known in Arabic as Jirjis and Al-Khizr, his significance in both Islamic and Christian traditions, and the cultural and historical contexts in which he is revered.
Explore the term 'Ghamarāt,' its meaning, etymology, and its use in the Islamic scripture. Understand the significance of 'Ghamarāt' in describing the agonies of death and the related Qur'anic verses.
