Rebellious and powerful spirit often mentioned in Islamic texts and folklore.
The act of issuing a fatwa (legal opinion) by an authoritative consultant in matters of Islamic law.
The state of ritual purity and specific dress code required to perform the pilgrimage (Hajj and Umrah) in Islam.
A concept in Islam referring to 'doing what is beautiful' and a deepened understanding and experience of worshiping God as if one sees Him.
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.
A certificate awarded to a student upon successful completion of the study of Quran, hadith, and Islamic law, enabling the student to teach these same texts.
Ijma, a fundamental concept in Islamic jurisprudence referring to the consensus of the Muslim community as a source of law.
Islamic legal term meaning 'independent reasoning,' used in Islamic jurisprudence.
A term referring to various organizations, most notably the one founded in 1911–12 in Arabia by Abd al-Aziz ibn Saud, originally to settle Bedouins into agricultural communities and emphasize a strict interpretation of Islamic teachings.
A tenth- and eleventh-century secret brotherhood of philosophers and scientists known for their comprehensive philosophical and scientific treatise known as the Epistles of the Brethren of Purity.
Learn about the term 'Īlāʾ,' its implications, and usage in Islamic context. Understand the rules and outcomes of this specific form of separation within Islamic marital law.
Heresy that distorts the fundamental teachings of Islam, especially within the community.
Term used by Sufis to refer to the transformation of the human soul by the power of universal Spirit and personal revelation received by and for an individual.
Explore the concept of illegitimate children, known in Arabic as waladu ʾz-zināʾ (ولد الزناء), within the Islamic context. Learn about their legal status, inheritance rights, and cultural significance.
The mystical numerological process assigning numerical values to Arabic letters to infer hidden meanings within the Quran.
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.
Explore the complex science of interpreting the Qurʾān, known as Ilmu'l-Uṣūl. Understand the classifications, principles, and authoritative texts that guide this essential Islamic discipline.
Leader and role model in both spiritual and secular domains within the Muslim community
Explore the multifaceted concept of 'Imām' in Islam, including its Qur'anic basis, significance in both Sunni and Shia Islam, and roles in religious and community leadership.
Explore the doctrine of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary, its assertion in Islamic tradition, and its development within the Christian context.
Explore the concept of immodesty in Islam, its implications, and the values of modesty. Learn about how modesty is perceived in Islamic culture and its significance in daily life.
Explore the concept of imposture as it relates to the accusations made by the Quraish against Prophet Muhammad during the early period of his preaching. Understand the Islamic responses from the Qur'an to these charges.
Explore the concept of impotency in Islamic law, its impact on marriage contracts, and the necessary legal procedures. Understand how both Sunni and Shia jurisprudence handle cases of impotency.
A comprehensive examination of the concept of 'Imprisonment' (Sijn/Habs) in Islamic jurisprudence, with a focus on the Ḥanīfī school of thought, including its legal and ethical implications.
Pre-Islamic Arab poet and author of the first of the Mu'allaqat remembered as the 'wandering king'
Inayatullah Khan Mashriqi (1888-1963) was a Pakistani thinker, activist, and founder of the Tahrik-i Khaksar Movement, renowned for his contributions to Islamic scholarship and his opposition to British colonial rule and the Muslim League.
The notion that the divine spirit can enter into a human being, fusing the identity of divine and human—a concept consistently rejected by Muslim thinkers.
The Indian Mutiny of 1857, also known as the Sepoy Rebellion, was a failed Hindu-Muslim revolt against British control in the Indian subcontinent.
The presence and influence of Islam in various Indian Ocean societies, including their historical and demographic contexts.
Examination of Islam in Indonesia, the country with the world's largest Muslim population.
Explore the conflicting views within Islamic scholarship regarding the fate of infants, especially those born to mushrikun, and the theological foundations for these perspectives.
Pre-Islamic practice in tribal communities, explicitly prohibited by the Quran, marking an improvement in the status of women and protection of the right to life.
Modifications in religious belief or practice within Islam and their implications
The concept of saving, rescuing, bringing relief or salvation in an Islamic context.
A common Islamic phrase meaning 'If God wills,' expressing reliance on God's will and sovereignty over future events.
Explore the concept of insolvency of a debtor as established by a judicial decree in Islamic law. Understand the implications for bequests and creditor claims.
The concept of intention or niyyah in Islamic rituals and practices.
Request for assistance from a spiritual intermediary in seeking divine help
Marriage between individuals of different faiths under Islamic law
Explore the concept of the Intermediate State ('ʿĀlam-i-Barzak͟h') in Islam, its implications for the soul between death and resurrection, and its portrayal in Islamic theology and Sufi thought.
A prominent institute within the International Islamic University, Islamabad, focused on the academic development and promotion of Islamic economics.
The International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT) is an Islamic think tank, co-founded in 1981, with a focus on the Islamization of knowledge and global academic influence.
A worldwide organization of Muslim student associations founded in 1966, fostering the rejuvenation of Muslim thought and offering various forms of community support.
Official news agency of the Organization of the Islamic Conference, providing multilingual daily news bulletins.
A Malaysian institution founded in 1983 to integrate the teaching of all knowledge with Islamic values.
Islamic concept popularized by Ali Shariati, emphasizing transformative waiting and refusal against oppression in the context of Shii eschatology
Indo-Pakistani political and religious writer, poet, and ideologue who advocated for the creation of Pakistan and Islamic reformism
The transformative experience of mystical union and self-transcendence in Sufism
Desire in Sufism; refers to the soul's journey towards God and the discipline within a Sufi order.
A major conflict between Iran and Iraq that arose shortly after Iran's Islamic Revolution, resulting in immense casualties and economic damage.
A geopolitical upheaval in Iran where Shii Muslim clerics and coalition forces overthrew the Pahlavi regime, leading to the establishment of an Islamic Republic.
Prominent Islamic scholar, Quranic translator, and expert on Islamic Spain.
Isaac, known as Ishaq in the Quran, is a significant figure in Islamic tradition, recognized as the son of Abraham and Sarah, a righteous man, servant of God, prophet, and father of the Jewish people.
A prominent province and its capital city in Iran, rich in historical and cultural significance.
Ishmael (Ismail) is a significant figure in Islam, recognized as a son of Abraham and Hagar and an important prophet in Islamic tradition.
Explore the significance of Ishmael (Arabic: Ismāʿīl) in Islamic and Judeo-Christian traditions, his role as the progenitor of the Arabian race, and his contribution to the construction of the Ka'bah.
Intense passion or love, notably in Sufi thought, regarded as a crucial stage in the journey towards union with God or the Prophet Muhammad.
A comprehensive term relating to reform, particularly within Islamic contexts, stressing the return to Islam’s original message while adapting to contemporary circumstances.
A Pakistani Quran exegete known for his unique commentary that presents the Quran as a coherent and systematic book.
Explore the term 'Islām,' its deep meaning, etymology, and significance within the Islamic faith. Understand the core duties, beliefs, and the distinctions between related terms like Dīn, Millah, and Maẕhab.
Overview of the history, demographics, and cultural adaptations of Islam and Muslims in America.
The history, demographic distribution, and organizational structure of Islamic communities in Australia and New Zealand.
Overview of the history, development, and impact of Islam in Bosnia-Herzegovina
An overview of Islam in Brunei, its historical roots, demographics, and contemporary practices.
An exploration of the history, demographics, and contemporary practices of the Muslim community in Cambodia.
An overview of the presence and history of Islam in Cameroon.
An overview of the demographics, institutions, and challenges faced by Muslims in Canada.
Exploration of the historical and contemporary presence of Islam in Chechnya
Overview of the practice and influence of Islam in Djibouti, including its demographic composition, historical context, and religious traditions.
History and influence of Islam in Egypt with significant movements and figures over the modern period.
An exploration of the historical and contemporary presence of Islam in Ethiopia.
An overview of the historical and contemporary presence and influence of Islam in Europe.
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.
An overview of the presence and influence of Islam in India, including demographics, traditions, and political activities.
Overview of the state and influence of Islam in Iraq, including historical, demographic, and religious details
Understand the nuanced meanings and applications of the terms Dīn, Millah, and Maẕhab within Islamic tradition. Discover how these concepts are used to delineate different aspects of religious practice and law in Islam.
An overview of the history, demographic, cultural, and political influence of Islam in Jordan.
Exploration of the presence and history of Islam in the Central Asian Republic of Kazakhstan.
A comprehensive overview of Islam's history, influence, and current state in Kosovo
An overview of Islam in Kyrgyzstan, including its demographics, history, and current socio-political influences.
The presence, history, and dynamics of Islam in Libya
A comprehensive overview of the history, growth, and influences of Islam in Malaysia, including reformist movements, major institutions, and its social impact.
The presence and development of Islam in the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius
An examination of the presence and evolution of Islam in Morocco, including historical, cultural, and political perspectives.
Overview of the Muslim population and Islamic heritage in Myanmar
An exploration of the presence and influence of Islam in Niger, its historical development, current practices, and ongoing challenges.
The history and development of Islam in North Africa
An exploration of the integration and influence of Islam in Pakistan, its historical development, key figures, and the ongoing debates on the role of Islam in the state.
Exploration of Islam in the context of Palestine and Israel, focusing on political, social, and religious dimensions.
An overview of the history, demographics, and socio-political context of Islam in Russia
A comprehensive overview of the practice and history of Islam in Senegal
Islamic faith practices permeate nearly the entire population of Somalia, with significant historical influences from various Sufi orders and persistent contemporary engagement in global and regional Islamic revivalist movements.
Overview of the history, demographics, and sociopolitical involvement of Islam in South Africa
