Manumission

IʿTĀQ (اعتاق‎)
Explore the term IʿTĀQ (اعتاق‎), its meaning, etymology, and significance in the Islamic context. Understand the Islamic approach to slavery and the concept of manumission.
Walāʾ (ولاء)
Explore the term 'Walāʾ,' its definitions, implications, and categories in Islamic law. Understand different kinds of Walāʾ and their impacts on social and legal structures within Islamic contexts.
Manumission (ʿItq) in Islam – Definition, Etymology, and Significance
Explore the concept of manumission, known as 'ʿItq' in Arabic, its etymology, importance in Islamic tradition, and its role in the context of slavery and freedom.
Istīlād (استيلاد‎)
Understand the concept of 'Istīlād (استيلاد‎) in Islamic law, its implications, and historical context. Explore the legal framework governing the claim of offspring from a female slave and its impact on manumission.
Manumission of Slaves: Forms and Significance in Islamic Law
Discover the various forms of manumission in Islamic law. Understand the implications and significance of freeing slaves, and the historical and legal context around these practices.
Tadbīr ("تدبير") in Islam
Explore the term 'Tadbīr' in the context of Islamic law and its implications for the manumission of slaves post-mortem. Understand its roots, legal usage, and its cultural and ethical considerations.

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