Shīʿah Islam

Isḥāqīyah - A Shīʿah Sect and Its Beliefs
Explore the Isḥāqīyah sect within Shīʿah Islam, its founder, and its unique belief in the Spirit of God within Caliph ʿAlī. Gain insights into its historical and theological significance.
Maḥmūdīyah (محمودية‎) - Understanding the Shīʿah Sect
Explore the history, beliefs, and significance of the Maḥmūdīyah sect, founded by Mīr Sharīf and inspired by Maḥmūd of Busak͟hwān during the reign of Akbar in the Bengal region.
Kāmilīyah (كاملية) in Islamic History
Explore the term 'Kāmilīyah,' its origins, and its significance within the context of Islamic history. Understand the beliefs and controversies associated with this sect of Shīʿah Muslims founded by Abū ʾl-Kāmil.
Dahhā (دهها‎)
Explore the term 'Dahhā,' its roots in Persian language, and its importance in Shīʿah Islam during the ten days of Muḥarram, a period of intense mourning.
Al-Kāfī (الكافى‎)
Explore 'Al-Kāfī,' a critical collection of traditions in Shīʿah Islam compiled by Abū Jaʿfar Muḥammad ibn Yaʿqūb al-Kulīnī. Understand its importance and impact on Shīʿah theological and jurisprudential thought.

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