Explore the differing opinions within Islamic theology regarding the current abode of Jesus Christ in heaven. Learn about the various stages of celestial bliss and the traditions supporting each view.
Explore the term 'Habāʾ,' its meanings both in the physical and metaphysical sense, and its significance in Sufi mysticism. Understand how the concept of Habāʾ reflects the relationship between creation and the Divine.
Azizah al-Hibri: Muslim professor, lawyer, and advocate for human rights and Islamic jurisprudence.
Gulbuddin Hekmatyar: Political Leader and Former Prime Minister of Afghanistan
Hadd (حد) refers to a punishment fixed in the Quran and Hadith for specific crimes considered to be against the rights of God (حقوق الله, huquq Allah).
Detailed examination of Hadith, its significance, collections, and the science of hadith criticism in Islam.
Sacred tradition or report in Islam, distinct from both the Qur'an and Hadith Nabawi, involving sayings of the Prophet Muhammad where the meaning is revealed by God.
A notable figure in early Islamic history, the daughter of Caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab and wife of Prophet Muhammad.
Hafsids Dynasty of North Africa, centered in Tunis; reigned 1229–1574.
Hagar, the mother of Abraham’s son Ishmael (Ismail), and the servant of Abraham and Sarah.
Accounts of lives of saints, prophets, and Companions of the Prophet Muhammad as portrayed in Islamic literature and various media.
Explore the term 'Hair' in Islamic reference, its etymology, religious implications, and practices regarding human hair. Understand the prohibitions and societal norms based on Islamic teachings.
The black stone set within a silver ring in the eastern corner of the Kaaba in Mecca, venerated in Islam.
The annual pilgrimage to Mecca during the month of Dhu al-Hijjah, considered one of the five pillars of Islam, obligatory for all adult Muslims able to perform it.
Honorific title for Muslims who have undertaken the pilgrimage to Mecca.
Influential Iraqi Shii cleric known for his moderate theology, educational and political initiatives, and opposition to Communism.
A transitory spiritual state of enlightenment or ecstasy in Sufism, viewed as a gift from God distinct from an acquired spiritual stage (maqām).
A Quranic term denoting what is lawful or permitted according to Islamic law.
A concept referring to a circle of learners gathered typically for Sufi spiritual study or ritual.
Nursemaid of Prophet Muhammad from infancy until he was four years old
Persian Sufi preacher, missionary, and martyr known for his mystical experiences and declaration 'Ana al-haqq.'
Islamic scholar and mystic known for his contributions to Sufi thought and literature.
Shaykh Hamallah was the founder of the Hamallism Sufi order, known for his asceticism and mysticism, and his opposition to French colonial rule.
Enthusiasm, courage, and zeal, often associated with a genre of Arabic, Persian, and Turkish heroic and martial epic poetry recounting chivalrous exploits and military glories.
An Arabic term meaning praise, often used in reference to God in Islamic practice.
An Arab Shiite clan that influenced political dynamics in the Islamic world from 905 to 991.
Pakistani charitable society and pharmaceutical company founded in 1953 by Hakim Mohammed Said.
Hamzah ibn Abd al-Muttalib, known as the bravest and strongest warrior of the Quraysh tribe and a key supporter of the Prophet Muhammad, played a critical role in early Islamic history.
Islamic school of legal thought attributed to Abu Hanifah, predominant in personal status and religious observances, noted for its liberal doctrines and extensive use of reasoning and analogy.
An Islamic school of legal thought with origins attributed to Ahmad ibn Hanbal, emphasizing strict adherence to the Quran and Hadith.
Explore the cultural and theological perspectives on the use of handkerchiefs in Islamic tradition, including scholars' opinions and legal rulings.
One who is utterly upright, exemplified by Abraham's pure monotheism, sincerity, and complete submission to God.
Haqiqah, meaning 'reality,' represents the inward vision of divine power attained through mystical union with God in Sufi thought.
The Muhammadan Reality - a key concept in Islamic mysticism describing the primordial essence and model of creation.
The Movement of the Dispossessed founded by Musa al-Sadr in 1974 in Lebanon aimed at addressing Shiite sociopolitical and economic challenges.
A militant Sunni movement originating in Tripoli, Lebanon during the 1980s with a goal to establish an Islamic state.
A Pakistan-based militant organization active in Indian-administered Kashmir, established originally as Harakat ul-Ansar in 1993, later reorganized as Harakat ul-Mujahidin in 1997.
Legal term in Islamic law for what is forbidden or inviolable; also used to refer to sanctuaries around the three holy cities of Islam.
Harun al-Rashid (r. 786–809) was an Abbasid caliph known for his contributions to the Islamic Golden Age and for his depictions in The Thousand and One Nights.
Major religious figure of the Umayyad period known for his influential theological writings, asceticism, and sermons
Hasan ibn Ali (d. 669), Muhammad’s grandson, oldest son of Ali and Fatimah, and second imam in the Shii tradition.
Somali Sufi and intellectual leader who led the resistance against European and Ethiopian occupation from 1899 to 1920.
Explore the significance of HĀSHIM (هاشم), the great grandfather of the Prophet Muḥammad, his historical background, and his contributions to Meccan society.
Hashiyyah are supercommentaries or glosses written in the margins of texts, reflecting the cumulative nature of Muslim scholarship.
Understand the historical and religious significance of the Hawāzin tribe in Arabia, their interaction with Prophet Muhammad, and their mention in the Qur'an.
Egyptian novelist and thinker who used religious symbols to harmonize Islam with modern rational, scientific analysis.
The reward in the afterlife for the faithful and righteous, described in the Qur'an as a paradise of infinite bliss and divine companionship.
Explore the concept of Heaven in Islam, including its etymology, references in the Qur'an, theological interpretations, and cultural significance. Understand the seven stages of heaven as described in Islamic traditions and their comparison with other religious views.
The western coastal province of modern-day Saudi Arabia, significant for its historical, religious, and cultural importance in Islam.
Eternal punishment for evildoers and unbelievers as described in Islam.
An in-depth examination of the concept of Hell in Islam, including its types, descriptions in the Qur'an and Hadith, and theological interpretations.
The role of Hermeticism in early Sufism, emphasizing ascetic practices and the renunciation of worldly affairs.
Divinely bestowed guidance meant to guard humans from their natural proclivities to stray from the righteous path.
The Twelver Shii doctrine of the Hidden Imam, who is believed to be in occultation and will return as the Mahdi.
Explore the term 'Highway Robbery' within the context of Islamic law. Understand its etymology, legal implications, and prescribed punishments according to the Qur'an and classical Islamic jurisprudence.
A detailed exploration of the Hijab, its etymology, historical context, cultural significance, and contemporary debates.
Hikmah refers to wisdom in the context of both revealed knowledge from the Quran and general sciences. It encompasses philosophical and practical branches of knowledge.
An Islamic philosophical tradition emphasizing wisdom through illumination.
Imami Shii scholar, jurist, and author known for his influential works on jurisprudence and theology.
A famous 14th-century Shi'i poet known for his literary works and life characterized by taqiyah.
Influential Companion and Wife of the Prophet Muhammad known for her intelligence and political acumen
Relationships and historical interactions between Hinduism and Islam
A pivotal battle in 1187 between the Muslim leader Saladin and the Crusaders, leading to the recovery of Jerusalem by Muslims.
Term in Islam referring to a 'faction,' often seen within context of political groups or informal associations
A leading Moroccan nationalist party, Hizb al-Istiqlal played a significant role in the independence movement and in ending the French and Spanish protectorates over Morocco.
The Islamic Liberation Party founded in Jerusalem in 1953 with the aim of reviving the Islamic nation through the establishment of a caliphate.
An unofficial militant Iranian Shii organization active during the late 1970s and early 1980s, key in the Iranian Revolution.
Political and social movement founded in the early 1980s aimed at transforming Lebanon into an Islamic state.
Afghan political movement created and led by Gulbuddin Hekmatyar and Maulavi Yunus Khales.
Hizb-i Wahdat is an Afghan Shii Islamist political party created in 1990 representing the Shii Hazara ethnic group. Initially radical, it later emphasized ethnicity and formed alliances during the Afghan civil war.
Leading Pakistan-based Kashmiri Muslim separatist group advocating for freedom from Indian control of Kashmir.
First Islamic political party in Malaya advocating for independence and an Islamic state.
A traditional title given to middle-ranking scholars within Shii clergy who have attained the rank of mujtahid and are qualified to issue legal opinions.
A theological term used in the Quran, referring to 'God’s decisive proof,' and also a title for authoritative figures in various Islamic sects.
Conservative Shii religio-political school of thought founded in the 1950s to oppose the Bahai faith.
Explore the significance and various classifications of horses in Islamic culture and history, as well as their revered status during the Prophet Muhammad's time.
Individuals who are seized, detained, or threatened with injury for political considerations, and the stance of Islamic jurisprudence on such acts.
Agricultural settlements established by Abd al-Aziz ibn Saud to settle the Bedouin and consolidate Saudi control.
Medieval Sufi intellectual and theoretician; author of Kashf al-mahjub, which detailed and assessed various schools of Sufism.
In Islamic terms, hukm denotes arbitration, judgment, authority, and God's will, with evolving meanings/
The term 'Hukumah' refers to the government, especially in the context of individuals who exercise state authority, evolving from classical to modern Islamic political thought.
Examining the concept of human rights within Islamic law and its interaction with international human rights standards
An exploration into how the principles of Humanism align or conflict with traditional Islamic teachings.
In Islamic context, 'Hurr' and 'Hurriyyah’ signify freedom, particularly in a Sufi metaphysical sense, implying ultimate devotion to God.
Mystical Sufi order founded in fourteenth-century Iran, offering unique beliefs on divine revelation and numerical mysticism.
Zakir Husain (1897-1969), Indian educator, founder of Jamia Milliya Islamiyyah, and the third president of India
Husayn ibn Ali ibn Abi Talib: Third Shii Imam, Martyr of Karbala
A significant Tunisian ruling dynasty from 1705 to 1957, founded by Husayn ibn Ali.
A site for ritual ceremonies commemorating the martyrdom of the Shia Imam Husayn.
Shi'i educational and religious institution founded in Tehran, Iran in 1965, playing a pivotal role in the socio-political landscape leading up to the Iranian revolution.
Understand the term 'Husband' in Islamic context, focusing on the rights, responsibilities, and religious rulings related to the husband-wife relationship in Islamic law.
Concept of identity in classical Islamic philosophy and mysticism, denoting a thing’s essential existence
Explore the term 'Huẕail,' its historical and cultural significance, its contributions to war and poetry, and its continued presence near Makkah.
Explore the term 'Ijārah' in Islamic law, its implications, applications, and the intricate rulings that govern hire, rental, and lease agreements. Understand how these contracts impact daily transactions in Muslim communities.
Great Persian poet and master of the ghazal form
Explore the term 'HAWĀ,' its etymology, implications in Islamic mysticism, and how it is used to describe unholy desires. Understand how this concept is addressed by Ṣūfī mystics.
Explore the term 'Hijrah,' its historical significance, and its meaning in various Islamic contexts. Learn about the migration of Prophet Muhammad, the Muslim era, and how Hijrah marks an important transition in Islamic history.
