Honorific title used by those claiming descent from Muhammad, especially through his grandson Husayn.
Prominent Iranian religio-political activist and founder of the Fadayan-i Islam organization
Sayyid Shaykh ibn Ahmad al-Hadi (d. 1934) was a Hadhrami-descended reformist, writer, publisher, and educator in Malaya, known for promoting modern religious education and societal modernization among Malays.
A leading religious scholar of twentieth-century South Asia, known for his contributions to Islamic studies, history, and historiography.
A prominent Egyptian writer, editor, and political figure known for his contribution to Egyptian nationalism and legal reforms.
Understand the term 'ṢĀʿ (صاع)' in Islamic context, its usage in the Qur'an, and its significance in relation to measures of capacity.
Refers to all systematic knowledge, both religious and secular within Islamic civilization.
A comprehensive examination of attitudes towards science within the Muslim world throughout history, focusing on the fluctuating perspectives ranging from embracement to cautious skepticism.
Explore the term 'Sea' (Baḥr) in Islamic context, its Quranic references, significance, and cultural implications. Learn about how seas are conceptualized in Islamic literature.
An in-depth look at the practice of seclusion to protect women from unrelated men, rooted in social and religious customs, and its evolution over time.
The concept of separating religion from state affairs, often viewed differently within Islamic contexts.
A Turkic family of Central Asian origin that ruled much of the eastern Islamic world from 1038 to 1194
Laws implemented in Sudan from 1983 to 1985 under Jafar al-Numayri aimed at instituting sharia as the law of the land, intended to unify the country, but ultimately leading to civil war.
A comprehensive overview of the Islamic perspective on sexuality, highlighting its ethical, legal, and cultural facets.
Explore the deep spiritual significance of Shab-i-Qadr, also known as Lailatu 'l-Qadr, within the Islamic tradition. Understand its place in the Islamic calendar, its rituals, and its profound impact on the lives of Muslims.
Lebanese Sunni political and religious activist, founder of Harakat al-Tawhid al-Islami, aligned with Syria and Iran
A concept of divine right kingship popularized by Muslim rulers claiming to be vicegerents of God on earth.
The concept of intercession in Islam, addressing its theological intricacies and variations in interpretation.
A school of Islamic jurisprudence founded by Imam Muhammad ibn Idris al-Shafi'i in the eighth century, known for its emphasis on hadith in formulating Islamic law.
Jurist, theologian, and founder of the Shafii school of Islamic law; key figure in the systematization of Islamic jurisprudence.
Egyptian scholar, teacher, journalist, and feminist activist known for her work in female literacy and political rights for women.
Explore the concept of Shaghār, its historical context, and why it is forbidden in Islam. Learn about its implications and current practices.
Title commonly used by the dynastic rulers of Iran and the Turko-Persian cultural area, connoting sacred kingship.
Major ruler of the Safavid dynasty in Iran, renowned for his military, administrative, and cultural achievements.
Founder of the Persian Safavid dynasty in 1501, proclaiming himself both a political and religious leader.
The Islamic declaration of faith and the first of the Five Pillars of Islam.
Prominent scholar-activist of Muslim South Asia (d. 1831). Follower of Sayyid Ahmad Barelwi and pivotal figure in reforming Sufism through the 'Way of Muhammad'.
Concubine, queen, and ruler of Egypt during the Ayyubid and early Mamluk Sultanate periods
Muslim leader and key figure in resistance to Russian conquest of the Caucasus in the nineteenth century.
Egyptian feminist leader known for her advocacy of women's rights and her involvement in the Egyptian independence movement.
An in-depth examination of the concept of 'sharers' in Islamic inheritance law, detailing the various categories and their specific entitlements.
Commentary on a summary or interpretation of a specific legal or religious text in Islam.
Comprehensive insight into 'Shari' from etymological, historical, and legal perspectives in Islamic law
Judicial institutions in Islam presided over by a judge, adjudicating legal disputes in various matters based on Islamic legal codes.
Honorable, noble, highborn, or high-bred. Man claiming descent from prominent ancestors, usually the Prophet Muhammad through his grandson Hasan.
Sharif Husayn ibn Ali (d. 1931), Grand Sharif of Mecca and leader of the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire in 1916. His legitimacy was based on his religious prestige as a descendant of Muhammad and his role as custodian of Mecca and Medina.
Explore the comprehensive framework of Sharīʿah in Islam, encompassing Qur'anic teachings and Prophetic traditions. Understand its paramount role in guiding the ethical and legal practices of Muslims.
An essential clause in Islamic law and contracts, which must be fulfilled for the validity of a legal or religious act.
A Sufi term referring to ecstatic expression or utterance, often of an apparently blasphemous nature.
A prominent Andalusian Maliki scholar and reformer known for his contributions to Islamic jurisprudence and criticism of his contemporaries.
An influential Sufi order in India and Indonesia, founded in the fifteenth century and known for incorporating Hindu and yogic elements.
Co-leader of the Indian Khilafat movement and influential figure in uniting Muslims during British colonial rule.
Explore the practice of shaving the head, known as 'taḥlīq,' in Islamic culture. Understand its religious implications, regional variations, and references in Islamic texts.
A pre-Islamic honorific title for leaders, elders, and notable men in Islamic societies, encompassing various religious, scholarly, and societal roles.
An in-depth look at the honorific and administrative title 'Shaykh al-Islam,' its etymology, roles in Islamic and Ottoman contexts.
A branch of Twelver Shiism founded by Shaykh Ahmad al-Ahsā'ī that emphasizes spiritual resurrection over physical resurrection and was once condemned by traditional ulama.
Capital of the province of Fars in south-central Iran known for its literary and historical significance.
Iranian philosopher and theologian who merged diverse philosophical and theological traditions to create a new synthesis of Islamic thought.
Messianic religious leader known as the Bab who founded a separate religious movement, Babism, diverging from Islam
Understand the Islamic customs and legal perspectives regarding the removal of shoes before entering sacred spaces, and during prayers. Explore the traditions of the Prophet Muḥammad and the cultural variances in the practice.
A site considered a locus of spirituality in Islam, often dedicated to deceased descendants of Muhammad, saints, or associated with natural phenomena, which offers spiritual blessings and attracts pilgrims.
Shubha: A concept in Islamic law describing an illicit act that appears as licit, often used to mitigate punishment.
The Shughni-Rushani language group within the Pamir languages, part of the Modern Eastern Iranian languages, spoken primarily in the Central Asian regions of Tajikistan, Afghanistan, and China.
Explore the figure of Shuʿaib (شعيب) in Islamic tradition, his role as a prophet in the Qur'an, and his significance in Islamic culture and theology.
Pioneering Arab grammarian of the eighth century and author of the foundational work on Arabic grammar, Kitab fil-nahw.
Indian British writer and activist known for founding the Muslim Institute and the Muslim Parliament
Explore the term 'Ṣifah,' its etymology, and significance in Islamic theology. Understand its usage in describing the attributes of God and its importance in Islamic tradition.
Explore the term 'Sijill,' its implications in Islamic jurisprudence, and its representation in the Qur'an. Understand the various interpretations of this term in historical and contemporary Islamic contexts.
Collector of one of six Sunni canonical sources of hadith, Kitab al-Sunan
Prominent early Ismaili dai and author known for his complex metaphysical writings.
Explore the term 'Sijjīn,' its meanings, implications, and significance within Islamic theology. Understand its context in the Qur'an and its importance in Islamic eschatology.
Formal chain of spiritual descent in Islamic mysticism (Sufism), detailing the transmission of ritual from original teacher to students.
Iranian mystic and philosopher of the Kubrawi Sufi order, known for his emphasis on Quranic adherence and critiques of Ibn al-Arabi’s monism.
Explore the figure of Simon Peter (Shamʿūn) within the Islamic tradition, including his mention in historical Islamic commentaries and his implied presence in the Qur'anic narrative.
Explore the concept of sin in Islam, the classification of sins into Kabīrah and Ṣag͟hīrah, and the major sins outlined by Islamic tradition.
Discover the significance of Mount Sinai in Islamic tradition, its mentions in the Quran, and its role in the stories of Prophet Moses (Musa).
Sinai - Sinai Mountain and Peninsula in Egypt. Renowned for its religious significance, particularly in Islamic tradition where it is identified as Jabal Musa (the mountain of Moses).
Medieval Nizari Ismaili missionary and state leader, influential in regional politics and known in European lore
Major hadith teacher in Medina, known for his emphasis on ijtihad and opposition to popular religious practices
The supreme Islamic religious authority in Singapore, established under the Administration of Muslim Law Act, responsible for advising the government, administering mosque-building programs, managing mosques and endowment properties, and coordinating the annual pilgrimage to Mecca.
Acehnese scholar known for his translations of Islamic texts into Malay and his adaptive rendering of Tafsir al-Jalalayn.
Iranian military force formed after the 1979 Islamic Revolution to safeguard the revolutionary regime and ensure its principles.
Sipah-i-Sahaba: A militant Sunni group in Pakistan known for its anti-Shiite violence, founded by Mawlana Haq Nawaz Jhangvi in the mid-1980s, and banned in 2001.
Iranian statesman and modernizing politician influential in the late 19th century
Explore the term 'Sīpārah,' its meaning and importance in the context of the Qur'an. Learn how the Qur'an is divided to facilitate recitation, especially during the month of Ramadan.
Explore the concept of Ṣirāṭ̤ (صراط) in Islamic tradition, its appearances in the Qurʾān, and its religious and cultural implications as both the 'right path' and the bridge across infernal fire.
Path of righteousness; the straight path as described in the Quran for proper conduct and correct religious belief and practice.
Explore the significance of Sirius, known as Ash-Shiʿrā in Arabic, within the Islamic context. Learn about its mention in the Qur'an, cultural relevance, and historical background.
Mystery, secret, or the innermost part of the heart in Islamic mysticism.
A term encompassing the biography of exemplary figures and conduct of state in Islamic law
Explore the term 'Siyar,' its meanings, historical context, and significance in Islamic tradition. Understand the historical and biographical records of the lives and exploits of notable figures in Islam.
Understand what slander (Qazf) is in the Islamic context, its legal implications, and its moral repercussions. Delve into the Quranic standpoint and the Hadith literature concerning false accusations of immorality.
An in-depth exploration of the legal rulings on enslaving captives as outlined in the Hidāyah, emphasizing the choices available to the Imām and the considerations based on historical contexts and Islamic jurisprudence.
An analytical overview of the practice and regulations surrounding slavery in Islamic history and legal framework.
Explore the cultural and religious significance of sneezing in Islam, including the proper responses and historical context. Understand how this simple act is integrated into daily Islamic practices and beliefs.
An exploration of the convergence and interplay between Socialism and Islam, and the historical and ideological context in which they intersect.
Understand the etiquette and guidelines surrounding the act of spitting in Islamic tradition, including the proper conduct as per Hadith and scholarly commentary.
Discover the meaning of 'Spoils,' known in Arabic as 'al-Anfāl,' and its significance in the context of Islam. Understand the instructions regarding the division of war spoils as given in the 8th Sūrah of the Qur'an, revealed during the Battle of Badr.
Explore the term 'Standards (علم)' within Islamic context, uncovering its significance, historical usage by Prophet Muhammad, and its evolution in various Muslim cultures.
An overview of the modes of entry and influence of Islam in Sub-Saharan Africa and its impact on demographics, culture, and interfaith relations.
'Subhan Allah' - An expression of divine praise and glorification in Islam.
Refers to those Muslims of the second generation who came after the generation of personal Companions of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
Explore the term 'Ṣūfah,' its historical background, and significance in Islamic context. Learn about the ancient tribe of Banū Ṣūfah, their lineage, and role in Arabia’s history.
The manifestation and history of various Sufi orders in America
Discover the life and legacy of Suhail ibn ʿAmr, a noble of Quraish, his role in Badr, and his eventual embrace of Islam. Learn about his prominence in early Islamic history and his noteworthy contributions.
The Suhrawardi Tariqah is an orthodox Sufi order founded by Shihab al-Din Umar Suhrawardi in twelfth-century Baghdad.
The act of intentionally causing one's own death, which is clearly and frequently forbidden in Islamic teachings.
Sujud refers to the act of prostration where the forehead, palms, knees, and feet touch the ground in Islamic prayer.
A stage of mystical or spiritual development characterized by ecstasy and loss of discernment due to divine love in Islamic mysticism.
