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Hadith
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Hadith (حديث): A collection of traditions containing sayings of the Prophet Muhammad, which, along with the Quran, form the basis of Islamic law and practice.
How to Use Two Pronoun Suffixes with One Verb in Arabic
Adding two pronoun suffixes to Arabic verbs is a rare and challenging construction often found in literature and religious texts. This article dissects the word إِيَّاهُ, explains the rules for handling two objects, and provides examples from Hadith for clarity.
Tawakkaltu ‘ala Allah: Meaning and Context in the EgyptAir 990 Crash
The EgyptAir 990 crash remains unsolved. This article examines the pilot's controversial final words, "Tawakkaltu ‘ala Allah" (I put my trust in Allah), exploring their cultural context and the debated accident cause.
Sunnah.com & Shamela.ws: Investigating the Authenticity of Their Digital Sources
sunnah.com and shamela.ws are popular Islamic resources, but their digital sources are often unverified. This guest article by an open-source developer examines their origins and raises critical questions about the authenticity of online Hadith and Islamic texts.
The History of the Minaret: From Prayer Call to Islamic Icon
The minaret is a key symbol of Islam, but early mosques likely lacked them. This article traces the history of the Islamic prayer call (Adhan) and the development of minarets, discussing their origins and meaning in Islamic architecture.
Why Many Muslims Believe Netflix’s ‘Messiah’ Is About the Dajjal (The Antichrist)
The Netflix series "Messiah" raised questions for many Muslims due to its main character. This article explains the Islamic concept of al-Masih al-Dajjal (False Christ), his characteristics, and reactions to the show.
“My greatest fear is that I won’t go back to my country and die in exile” | Widad Nabi | 9273 Roots #9
From the heart of war-torn Syria to the vibrant literary scene of Berlin, Widad Nabi's poetry offers a powerful voice for displacement, memory, and the enduring human spirit. In this deeply personal interview, the acclaimed Kurdish-Syrian poet and author opens up about her favorite Arabic words and literature, the cities that hold her heart, and her greatest fears and hopes for the future.
“Black Crows” (غرابيب سود): Arabic TV Series & Islamic Meaning
"Black Crows" (غرابيب سود), an MBC drama, depicts the rise of extremism from a female perspective. This article provides information on where to watch the series (formerly on Netflix, some episodes on YouTube) and delves into the multi-layered meaning of its title, "Gharabeeb Soud," as found in the Quran and Islamic interpretations.
TV Series in Classical Arabic (الفصحى) with English Subtitles
Finding TV series in Classical Arabic (الفصحى) with English subtitles can be challenging. This guide presents notable historical dramas like Musalsal Fath al-Andalus and the Imam Ahmad bin Hanbal series (all 31 episodes with English subtitles), and also discusses Bible stories in Classical Arabic, offering valuable resources for language learners.
