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Symbols Of Religious Identity In Jordanian Society, Piotr Narel

Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection

Upon noticing a trend of religious symbolism within Jordan, I began wondering as to why it was so common. Knowing that the majority of Jordan adhered to Sunni Islam, I was surprised that many Jordanians felt that it was necessary to indicate their religion through objects that identify to which religion an individual adhered.

I developed the hypothesis that the uses of religious symbolism within the country are due not to inherently religious reasons, but that they do serve individuals in other ways. The aim of my research was to discover what the reasons for this use of religious symbolism …

The Construction Of Belief : Reflections On The Thought Of Mohammed Arkoun, Abdou Filali-Ansari, Aziz Esmail

Independent Volumes

Mohammed Arkoun was one of the most prominent and influential Arab intellectuals of his day. During a career spanning more than thirty years, he was revered as an outstanding research scholar, a bold critic of the theoretical tensions embedded within Islamic studies and an outspoken public figure, upholding political, social and cultural modernism.

This festschrift honours Mohammed Arkoun’s scholarship, bringing together the contributions of eleven distinguished scholars of history, religious studies and philosophy. It offers a comprehensive selection of critical engagements with Arkoun’s work, reflecting on his considerable influence on contemporary thinking about Islam and its ideological, philosophical and theological …

Jihadis And The Use Of The Terms Terrorism And Terrorist, Aaron Zelin

Re-visioning Terrorism

Previous studies on the usage of the terms terror, terrorist, and terrorism have taken a Western perspective on how these terms should be defined and then deployed, but the viewpoint of the “terrorist” (in this case jihadis) has yet to be examined. This study analyzes how jihadis understand these terms and critically assesses their interpretation based on classical Islamic doctrine. The basis and “proof” for jihadis’ legitimization of using terror is based upon the Qur’anic verse 8:60, but when taken into context and traditional understanding, jihadis miss the mark. Yet, at the same time, when exploring the linguistic root for …

By The Pricking Of My Thumbs, Something Wicked This Way Comes: Omani Perceptions Of The Supernatural, Jennifer L. Borger

Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection

As a student who came to Oman knowing very little about the Arab world or Islam, I can safely say that my knowledge has increased tenfold. Upon entrance to the country in January 2011, I had no idea what my independent research study would end up addressing. Upon first hearing of the concept of the evil eye and all it relates to, my interest peaked. I began to think that this topic was interesting enough to command a month’s attention from me. This all changed during a weekend trip to Salalah, in the south of Oman, which included a lecture …

Human Rights And The Search For Common Ground: A Comparative Study Of Islamic And Christian Thought, Joseph Prud'homme

Human Rights & Human Welfare

A review of:

Common Ground: Islam, Christianity, and Religious Pluralism. By Paul Heck. Washington, DC: Georgetown University Press. 2009.

Peranan Wanita Dalam Dakwah Mengikut Perspektif Al-Qur'an : Kajian Surah Ali 'Imran., Nor Hanani Mohd Noor

Student Works (2010-2019)

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Al-Athar Al-Waridah Fi Al-Buyu' Al-Ribawiyah Fi Musannaf 'Abd Al-Razzaq : Takhrij Wa-Ta'liq., Bahaeeddine Mohamed Nidious

Student Works (2010-2019)

This is the summary of the thesis submitted to the depa11tnent of al-Quran and al­Hadith in Academy Islam in University of Malaya for the Master Degree of Usuluddin. The researcher divided his research into 4 chapters stating in the first one the research problem, objectives, methodology, structure and previous studies, the researcher talked in the second chapter about Abd al-Razzaq and his book Al­Mussanaf, then the researcher defined in the third chapter al-Bay', al-Riha and their rules in Islam. Whereas the researcher examined in the fourth chapter the authenticity of al-Buyu' al-Ribawiyyah in the Book of Mussanaf Abd al-Razzaq, which …

Manhaj Tad'if Al-Hadith Ibn Hajar Al-'Asqalani Dalam Talkhis Al-Habir., Mohammad Hilmi Abdul Rahim

Student Works (2010-2019)

This study is an effort to clarify the discipline needed in valuing the recitation of a hadith.  Prime focus is directed specially towards those hadiths of which their trustworthiness has been repudiated and whose origin traceable to the Prophet p.b.u.h has been rejected.  In addition, this study will also clarify all related terminologies used as a yard-stick to provide reasons why the recitation of a hadith is considered weak and unacceptable.  The writer uses the “library-research”method when compiling informations and then analysing those informations by giving his support or criticising on any views being presented.  Focus exposition and explanation on …

Pendekatan Hermeneutik : Kajian Terhadap Pemikiran Muhammad Syahrur Dalam Buku Al-Kitab Wa Al-Qur'an Qira'ah Muasirah., Ahmad Zaki Mubarok

Student Works (2010-2019)

Hermeneutic is originally derived from Greek term Hermeneuein, this term was Hermeneutikos which contains three basic meanings, which are, revelation, explanation and interpretation. These meanings came to existence as hermeneutic is applied in studying the Koran in the 19th century, but then tensions arise between Muslim scholars as to which definition is deemed appropriate. This study aims to expose the hermeneutic approach observed and applied by a Middle-East scholar, Muhammad Syahrur in his literature of al-Kitab wa al-Qur’an Qira’ah Mu‘asirah as well as to verify hermeneutic position as one of the theoretical commentary when discussing the Holy Koran. This study …

Maslahah Sebagai Satu Justifikasi Terhadap Keharusan Sambutan Maulidur Rasul Di Malaysia., Azri Bhari

Student Works (2010-2019)

The celebration of maulidur rasul has long been practised by Muslims in Malaysia although it is not associated with acts of His companions, tabi‘in and muslim scholars in the past. However, some groups claim that celebrating the maulidur rasul is related to bid‘ah and this caused a prolonged emergence of polemic among Muslims up till now. Each of them has respectively used his own arguments based on the understanding brought by a particular group. This scenario requires a specific research involving the use of special instruments contained in the usul al-fiqh, that is, maslahah, as the real justification in assessing …

Metodologi Pentafsiran Sheikh Muhammad Idris Al-Marbawi Dalam Kitab Tafsir Quran Marbawi., Nor Azlida Aziz

Student Works (2010-2019)

The Exegesis Methodology of Sheikh Muhammad Idris Al-Marbawi in his Tafsir Quran Marbawi. This research is concerned with Qur’anic exegesis of Sheikh Muhammad Idris Al-Marbawi’s books. In Malaysia he was almost recognized scholar in Arabic Language and hadith then Qur’anic exegesis and Malay Community through his valuable dictionary, Kamus al-Marbawi. Through this research, the writer will introduce the author to the public and Malay world that he is a scholar in Qura’anic exegesis and available to write a book in those field. The writer attempts to study al-Marbawi’s skills in various methods in order to develop his own methodology of …

Konflik Di Antara Kaum Muda Dan Kaum Tua Di Kelantan : Rujukan Kepada Kitab Tazkiah Al-Anzar Dan Al-Qawl Al-Mufid., Md Ashih Yaakub

Student Works (2010-2019)

This dissertation is an analysis of controversial issues of fiqh among Kaum Tua and Kaum Muda in Kelantan based on kitab Tazkiyat al-Anzar of Tengku Mahmud Zuhdi Bin Tengku Abdul Rahman al-Fatani and al-Qawl al-Mufid of Hj. Mohammad Bin Idris al-Kalantani. The study tries to analyze and investigate the fiqhiyyah’s issues which had been debated by them since the era of Mufti Hj. Wan Musa until nowadays. It also to introduce both books to the Muslim community. In getting the data, documentation’s method had been used in reviewing relevant documents like books, articles, and journals especially kitab Tazkiyat al-Anzar and …

Marwiyat Jabir Bin Zayd Wa-Al-Hasan Al-Basri Fi Al-Tafsir : Dirasah Wa-Tahlil., Hajir 'Amr Khalifah Al-Nami

Student Works (2010-2019)

This study focuses on gathering the narratives of Jabir Ibn Zayd and al-Hasan al-Basri on interpretation of the Holy Quran, this operation will be done through browsing these two books: Jami’ Al-Bayan by al-Tabari and Al-Jami’ li ‘Ahkami al-Qur’an by al-Qurtubi. The study also aims to examine these narratives in order to discover their methodology, the originality of their thought and the areas of their opinions in understanding the Quranic text, thus inferring the sources and tools they used in their understanding which requires knowing their personality characteristics and their status in the sight of the scholars specialized in this …

'Ulama' Al-Shari'ah Wa-'Alaqatuhum Bi-Al-Siyasah Al-'Izz Ibn 'Abd Al-Salam Namudhajan (660h) = Shariah Scholars And Their Relationship With Politics : A Case Study Of Al-'Iz Ibn 'Abd Al-Salam (660h)., Bara Barakat Hamad Al-Gharibeh

Student Works (2010-2019)

In his thesis, "Shariah Scholars And Their Relationship With Politics: A Case Study of Al-'Iz Ibn 'Abd Al-Salam", the researcher reviewed the involvement of Shariah scholars in politics and their role in power and its elements, and concluded that there is nothing to prevent the Shariah scholars from practicing politics, forming and joining political parties and legislative councils. The researcher explained the concept of politics, and the emergence of political thought and its development in Islam, where Prophet Mohammad-peace be upon him- and his successors explicitly exercised political work. Then, the researcher demonstrated the legal and historical foundation of the …

Konsep Mimpi Menurut Perspektif Pemikiran Islam., Mohammad Saifuddin Talib

Student Works (2010-2019)

This research is to unveil the question of dream which is on the agenda of discussion and a popular issue among the public at large. It is a common experience to each and every human being throughout the world in accordance to their existence on earth. This dissertation aims to escertain the extent of peoples’ belief about dream they experienced. Apart from that, the research has the objective of viewing and identifying how far the influence of dream in the livelihood of the public at all level, the status and position which ultimately creating social polemic particularly the belief of …

Budaya Berfikir Kritis: Kajian Di Era Pemerintahan Khalifah ‘Umar Bin ‘Abd-‘Al-Aziz (99-101h)., Norafifah Abd Hamid

Student Works (2010-2019)

The citical thinking culture is not an accustomed method of thinking in fact Islamic teachings do stress in critical thinking aspect. Al-Quran and Al-Sunnah also emphasize on critical thinking. Moreover, the critical thinking culture has been practiced during the Prophet Muhammad s.a.w’s, Khulafa’ al-Rasyidin’s and tabi’in’s era. This research sift through the instilation of critical thinking culture in the Caliph ‘Umar bin Abd al-‘Aziz’s administration era. Generally this research carried out to examine how far Caliph ‘Umar bin ‘Abd al-‘Aziz has been trained to practice this culture before he mastered it. Besides, this research also examine how far this critical …

Tafsiran Ayat-Ayat Sifat : Perbandingan Antara Fakhr Al-Din Al-Razi Dan Ibn Taymiyyah., Ahmad Nazri Zainol

Student Works (2010-2019)

The Interpretation Of Verses On “sifat”: A Comparative Study Between Fakhr al-Din al-Razi And Ibn Taymiyyah al-Harrani. The study attempts to analyse the methods of interpretation and understanding of the verses between the two renowned Islamic scholars, Fakhr al-Din al-Razi (544H/601H-1149M/1210M) and Ibn Taymiyyah al-Harrani (661H- 728H/1263M-1328M) based on their respective works Tafsir Mafatih al- Ghayb and al-Tafsir al-Kabir. To gather the required data the researcher uses the historical and documentation method while inductive, deductive and comparative approaches in analyzing the data. The study finds that Fakhr al-Din al-Razi representing the Khalaf school interpreted the verses by the combination and …

Praktik Yoga Di Pusat Yoga Malaysian Association Of Yoga Instructors (Mayi) : Satu Kajian Dari Perspektif Pemikiran Islam., Azimah Awang Teh

Student Works (2010-2019)

Yoga, a practice encompassing physical and mental exercises was conceived in India thousands of years ago, as a way for the Hindus to liberate themselves from the cycle of reincarnation and to unite oneself with god.  It has however, crossed the borders of its original birth place and can no longer be exclusively claimed by the Hindus.  It has become a popular form of exercise to achieve physical and mental health.  This research is aimed at ascertaining the true nature of the physical aspect of yoga exercises.  It is also a reaction to the confusion amongst the Muslims in Malaysia …

Tarajim Al-Abwab Di Dalam Sahih Al-Bukhari : Kajian Terhadap Manuskrip Sharh Tarjamah Al-Bab Oleh Mawlana Tok Khurasan., Mohd Asmawi Muhamad

Student Works (2010-2019)

This study is to discuss one of the most important aspects in Sahih al-Bukhari, tarjamah al-bab or giving name of the chapter with focus of the manuscript Sharh Tarjamah al- Bab by Mawlana Tok Kurasan. Its main purpose is to highlight the general role and contribution of local scholar directly study of hadith and the public will realize the existence of this manuscript further assess suitability to serve as a source of reference. Information and results obtained with the findings of this study apply the research library and field research. Study of the manuscript was done in two forms, namely …

Isu-Isu Akidah Terpilih Dalam Tafsir 'Abr Al-Athir Karya Ahmad Sonhadji., Norlaila Sulaiman

Student Works (2010-2019)

This dissertation hopes to explain methodology of Belief though the perspective of a reknown translation expert; Ahmad Sonhadji. His expertise is made known in his studies of the translation of selected Belief issues. His proficiency in Al-Quran translation was shown through his masterpiece; „Abr al-Athir which highlights the translation of Belief related verses and also highlighting Ahmad Sonhadji‟s life story. Ahmad Sonhadji is an ulama‟ who strives to explain his belief‟s manhaj through verses that are related to the attributes of Allah which are Af‟al al-Ibad and Qada‟ and Qadar which often perceived differently among muslims. This dissertation also put …

South Asian Muslim American Girl Power: Structures And Symbols Of Control And Self Expression, Marcia K. Hermansen, Mahruq F. Khan

Theology: Faculty Publications and Other Works

South Asian Muslim American (SAMA) girls studied ethnographically in Chicago and more broadly in the United States negotiate these three components (South Asian, Muslim, and American) of identity across the spheres of home, Islamic institutions, and the public “American” realm. . Drawing on interviews and fieldwork at an Islamic school and within South Asian families and mosques, the authors illustrate how nascent “girl” power is evidenced in these contexts drawing on media representations, academic sources, and data drawn from participant observation. Sources of SAMA girls’ expressions of confidence and power are selective use of identity markers, increased mastery of Islamic …

Update - March 2008, Loma Linda University Center For Christian Bioethics

Update

In this issue:

-- Editorial: Sectarian Self Engaging the Other
-- The Necessity of Interfaith Dialogue
-- A Comparative Approach to Islam and Democracy
-- Fethullah Gülen and the 'People of the Book': A Voice from Turkey for Interfaith Dialogue (Reprint)
-- News from the Center

Love, Nancy M. Martin, Joseph Runzo

Religious Studies Faculty Books and Book Chapters

No abstract provided.

Adventist Views On Inspiration, Alberto R. Timm

Perspective Digest

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Contemporary Attempts At Overcoming Decadence And Revitalizing Qur’Anic Thought, Muhammad Ata Al-Sid

Business Review

After the Prophet’s death, difficult internal problems arose and they needed quick answers. Muslims were killing one another in the struggle for the Caliphate between ‘Ali and Mu’awiyah, then between the Umawis and the ‘Abbasis, the death of Hasan and Husayn, the massacre of the umawise, the withdrawal of the Khawarji from a community which they regarded as hopelessly involved in sin, the breach between Sunnis and Shi’is were all crises which vigorously tested the Muslims’ understanding of the word of God.

If Your God Has Really Spoken To You… Then All The World Must Hear It: The Discourses Of Revelation And Satire In Salman Rushdie’S The Satanic Verses, Conrad William

Reconstruction: Studies in Contemporary Culture

In his essay, “Is Nothing Sacred?”, Salman Rushdie lays out a place for literature as an arena in which various perspectives may interact. He thereby provides a context for the controversy regarding his books, most particularly The Satanic Verses. Despite his claims, however, literature, as Rushdie conceives it, operates not simply as an arena for discourse but similarly as a rule-maker, controlling the discourse which operates within its bounds. The Satanic Verses, in particular, suggests that revelation as it passes through unstable and hybrid human language loses its authority and power to speak purely or dogmatically. In so …

Interpreting Their Blood: The Contradictions Of Approaches To Menstruation Through Religious Education, Ritual And Culture In Rabat, Morocco, Nitzan Ziv

Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection

Menstruation is often perceived by individuals of different cultural and religious backgrounds as dirty or impure, and therefore has become a demeaning feature of womanhood. The dialectical concepts of purity and impurity are integral parts of Islamic religion, thought and practice as they draw lines between those things sacred and those profane. Women’s religious education, in particular, is critical in establishing positive reinforcement for their perceptions of their physical selves and their role in society. However, education in this manner cannot be limited to schools and religious institutions; family and culture are integral parts of a women’s education about subjects …

Review Of Muslim Britain: Communities Under Pressure, Edited By Tahir Abbas, Amir Hussain

Theological Studies Faculty Works

No abstract provided.

Mission Appeal 2004 (Rome, October 18, 2004)

Vincentiana

No abstract provided.

Vincentiana Vol. 48, No. 6 [Full Issue]

Vincentiana

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