Islamic Cosmology

ʿArsh (عرش‎)
Learn about the term 'ʿArsh,' its relevance, and usage in the Qur'anic context along with scholarly interpretations. Understand the theological implications and how it relates to Islamic cosmology.
Rabb an-Nau' (رب النوع‎) - Definition, Etymology, and Role in Islamic Cosmology
Explore the concept of Rabb an-Nau', its etymology, and significance within Islamic cosmology. Understand the angelic role presiding over various forms of creation and its classification in the grand scheme of the universe.
ṢAK͟HR (صخر‎) in Islamic Cosmology
Explore the figure of Ṣak͟hr, a jinn in Islamic tradition, his role in the story of Prophet Solomon, and his impact on Islamic literature and cosmology.
Planets in Islamic Cosmology
Explore the Islamic perspective on planets (as-sayyārah), their arrangement according to Arabic writers, and the Ptolemaic influence. Understand the distinction between wandering and fixed stars in Islamic traditions.

Dictionary of Islam

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