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Fa'ida
2703
A beneficial piece of knowledge which comes to a person. (Source:Taha Publication)
A beneficial piece of knowledge which comes to a person. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fa'idah
425
Benefit. In investment context it means return on investment. (Source:IslamIQ)
Benefit. In investment context it means return on investment. (Source:IslamIQ)
Fada'il
1997
Virtues, excellent qualities. it is the plural of fadila. (Source:Taha Publication)
Virtues, excellent qualities. it is the plural of fadila. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fadl (Riba)
424
A type of interest. Taking something of superior quality in exchange for the same kind of thing of poorer quality. Allah Subhana wa Ta'ala has strictly prohibited any kind of Riba and has warned of severe punishment for those who have any association with it. See the Holy Qur' an, Surah Al-Baqara (2):275-280 (Source:IslamIQ)
A type of interest. Taking something of superior quality in exchange for the same kind of thing of poorer quality. Allah Subhana wa Ta'ala has strictly prohibited any kind of Riba and has warned of severe punishment for those who have any association with it. See the Holy Qur' an, Surah Al-Baqara (2):275-280 (Source:IslamIQ)
Fahm
2421
Understanding. (Source:Taha Publication)
Understanding. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fahsha'
1998
Something abominable or obscene, meaning anything forbidden by Allah. it can also designate fornication or foul language. (Source:Taha Publication)
Something abominable or obscene, meaning anything forbidden by Allah. it can also designate fornication or foul language. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fahwa al-khitab
910
Superior meaning, when the implied meaning of a text is superior to the pronounced meaning. (Source:Taha Publication)
Superior meaning, when the implied meaning of a text is superior to the pronounced meaning. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fahwani
2702
"Elocution", a technical term of ibn al-`arabi. it means Allah's directly addressing people in visionary encounters in the `alam al-mithal. (Source:Taha Publication)
"Elocution", a technical term of ibn al-`arabi. it means Allah's directly addressing people in visionary encounters in the `alam al-mithal. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fajir
1466
(Plural fujjar or fajara) a reprobate; someone who behaves immorally or sinfully; someone who disobeys the commands of Allah and commits immoral actions. (Source:Taha Publication)
(Plural fujjar or fajara) a reprobate; someone who behaves immorally or sinfully; someone who disobeys the commands of Allah and commits immoral actions. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fajr
1467
Dawn, daybreak. there is the "false dawn" which rises without spreading out, and the"true dawn" in which the light rises and spreads. it also means the dawn prayer. among the malikis, it desig nates the two sunna rak'ats before the obligatory subh prayer while others use fajr and subh interchangeably. (Source:Taha Publication)
Dawn, daybreak. there is the "false dawn" which rises without spreading out, and the"true dawn" in which the light rises and spreads. it also means the dawn prayer. among the malikis, it desig nates the two sunna rak'ats before the obligatory subh prayer while others use fajr and subh interchangeably. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fajr
54
the obligatory salah, prayer, before sunrise.
(Source:MSA-USC)
the obligatory salah, prayer, before sunrise.
(Source:MSA-USC)
Falah
1468
Success, prosperity, the lasting attainment of that which one desires. (Source:Taha Publication)
Success, prosperity, the lasting attainment of that which one desires. (Source:Taha Publication)
Falas
426
: Bankrupt (Source:IslamIQ)
: Bankrupt (Source:IslamIQ)
Fals
1832
(Plural fulus) a small copper coin, used as small change, but with no intrinsic value. (Source:Taha Publication)
(Plural fulus) a small copper coin, used as small change, but with no intrinsic value. (Source:Taha Publication)
Falsafa
2422
Philosophy, which attempts to form a systematic world-view out of logical and scientific reasoning. (compare with kalam). (Source:Taha Publication)
Philosophy, which attempts to form a systematic world-view out of logical and scientific reasoning. (compare with kalam). (Source:Taha Publication)
Fana'
2705
Annihilation in Allah, the cessation of attributes, total withdrawal from the sensory. based on the qur'an: "everyone on it will pass away. " (55:26). (Source:Taha Publication)
Annihilation in Allah, the cessation of attributes, total withdrawal from the sensory. based on the qur'an: "everyone on it will pass away. " (55:26). (Source:Taha Publication)
Fana' fi'llah
2706
Annihilation in Allah. (Source:Taha Publication)
Annihilation in Allah. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fana' fi'r-rasul
2707
"Annihilation in the messenger", deep love of the prophet, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, which leads to love of Allah and ultimately annihilation in Allah. (Source:Taha Publication)
"Annihilation in the messenger", deep love of the prophet, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, which leads to love of Allah and ultimately annihilation in Allah. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fana' fi'sh-shaykh
2708
"Annihilation in the shaykh", annihilation in the spiritual guide which leads to annihilation in the prophet. (Source:Taha Publication)
"Annihilation in the shaykh", annihilation in the spiritual guide which leads to annihilation in the prophet. (Source:Taha Publication)
Faqeeh
427
An Islamic scholar who can give an authoritative legal opinion or judgement. (Source:IslamIQ)
An Islamic scholar who can give an authoritative legal opinion or judgement. (Source:IslamIQ)
Faqih
55
a person who is an expert on Islamic jurisprudence (law), fiqh.
(Source:MSA-USC)
a person who is an expert on Islamic jurisprudence (law), fiqh.
(Source:MSA-USC)
Faqih
605
(Plural fuqaha') a man learned in the knowledge of fiqh (see below) who by virtue of his knowledge can give a legal judgement. (Source:Taha Publication)
(Plural fuqaha') a man learned in the knowledge of fiqh (see below) who by virtue of his knowledge can give a legal judgement. (Source:Taha Publication)
Faqih
1469
(Plural fugaha') a man learned in the knowledge of fiqh who by virtue of his knowledge can give a legal judgement. (Source:Taha Publication)
(Plural fugaha') a man learned in the knowledge of fiqh who by virtue of his knowledge can give a legal judgement. (Source:Taha Publication)
Faqih an-nafs
1999
"An expert on the self', a term used by al-ghazali for someone with expertise and understanding of the art of purifying the self. (Source:Taha Publication)
"An expert on the self', a term used by al-ghazali for someone with expertise and understanding of the art of purifying the self. (Source:Taha Publication)
Faqir
428
A poor person. (Source:IslamIQ)
A poor person. (Source:IslamIQ)
Faqir
2709
(Plural fuqara') someone who is needy or poor, used to describe someone following a spiritual tradition since the creature is poor and the creator rich. (Source:Taha Publication)
(Plural fuqara') someone who is needy or poor, used to describe someone following a spiritual tradition since the creature is poor and the creator rich. (Source:Taha Publication)
Faqirani
2710
Also a faqira (plural faqirat), the feminine of faqir. (Source:Taha Publication)
Also a faqira (plural faqirat), the feminine of faqir. (Source:Taha Publication)
Faqr
2711
Voluntary indigence, spiritual poverty, absolute need of Allah on the part of creatures. "o mankind! you are the poor in need of Allah whereas Allah is the rich beyond need, the praiseworthy. " (35:15). (Source:Taha Publication)
Voluntary indigence, spiritual poverty, absolute need of Allah on the part of creatures. "o mankind! you are the poor in need of Allah whereas Allah is the rich beyond need, the praiseworthy. " (35:15). (Source:Taha Publication)
Far'
606
A branch or sub-division, and (in the context of qiyas) a new legal case. (Source:Taha Publication)
A branch or sub-division, and (in the context of qiyas) a new legal case. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fara'id
607
Plural of farida, shares of inheritance; religious obligations. (Source:Taha Publication)
Plural of farida, shares of inheritance; religious obligations. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fara'id
1279
Plural of farida, the fixed shares of inheritance as stipulated in the qur'an. the shares are: 1h, 1/4, 1/3, 1/6, 1/8, and 2/3. (Source:Taha Publication)
Plural of farida, the fixed shares of inheritance as stipulated in the qur'an. the shares are: 1h, 1/4, 1/3, 1/6, 1/8, and 2/3. (Source:Taha Publication)
Faragh
2712
Leisure. along with laziness, one of the great dangers for someone on the spiritual path. (Source:Taha Publication)
Leisure. along with laziness, one of the great dangers for someone on the spiritual path. (Source:Taha Publication)
Faraq
1833
(Plural furqan) a kind of large pot used as a measure in madina, containing about three sa`s of water. (Source:Taha Publication)
(Plural furqan) a kind of large pot used as a measure in madina, containing about three sa`s of water. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fard
2091
"Single", similar to gharib. it is of three kinds: a single person is found reporting it (like gharib), the people of only one locality relate the hadith; or the narrators of one locality report the hadith from narrators of another locality (like the people of makka from the people of madina). (Source:Taha Publication)
"Single", similar to gharib. it is of three kinds: a single person is found reporting it (like gharib), the people of only one locality relate the hadith; or the narrators of one locality report the hadith from narrators of another locality (like the people of makka from the people of madina). (Source:Taha Publication)
Fard
1470
(Plural fara'id) obligatory, an obligatory act of worship or practice of the dan as defined by the shari'a. (Source:Taha Publication)
(Plural fara'id) obligatory, an obligatory act of worship or practice of the dan as defined by the shari'a. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fard
(furd)
247
A term designating that which is an obligatory (required) belief or practice in Islam. For example, under normal circumstances, performing wudu (ritual washing) before offering formal worship is fard for Muslims. (Source:CIE)
A term designating that which is an obligatory (required) belief or practice in Islam. For example, under normal circumstances, performing wudu (ritual washing) before offering formal worship is fard for Muslims. (Source:CIE)
Fard
429
Obligatory. An act which is obligatory on Muslims. (Source:IslamIQ)
Obligatory. An act which is obligatory on Muslims. (Source:IslamIQ)
Fard
56
something which is obligatory on a Muslim. It is sometimes used in reference to the obligatory part of salaah.
(Source:MSA-USC)
something which is obligatory on a Muslim. It is sometimes used in reference to the obligatory part of salaah.
(Source:MSA-USC)
Fard
2713
(Singular of afrad), a solitary individual. fardiya: singularity. (Source:Taha Publication)
(Singular of afrad), a solitary individual. fardiya: singularity. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fard 'Ain
430
An action which is obligatory on every Muslim. (Source:IslamIQ)
An action which is obligatory on every Muslim. (Source:IslamIQ)
Fard al-`ayn
608
An individual obligation. (Source:Taha Publication)
An individual obligation. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fard al-kifaya
609
Also fard kafa'i, a collective obligation, something which is obligatory for the community as a whole and is satisfied if one adult performs it. (Source:Taha Publication)
Also fard kafa'i, a collective obligation, something which is obligatory for the community as a whole and is satisfied if one adult performs it. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fard al-Kifayah
431
Collective duty. A duty on the whole community. However, if the duty has been fulfilled by a part of that community then the rest are not obliged to fulfill it. (Source:IslamIQ)
Collective duty. A duty on the whole community. However, if the duty has been fulfilled by a part of that community then the rest are not obliged to fulfill it. (Source:IslamIQ)
Farnda
1280
(Plural fara'id) share of inheritance. (Source:Taha Publication)
(Plural fara'id) share of inheritance. (Source:Taha Publication)
Farq
2714
(Sometimes tafriqa), separation, obscuring structures and creation and separating Allah from creation, awareness of creation by creation. the opposite of jam `. (Source:Taha Publication)
(Sometimes tafriqa), separation, obscuring structures and creation and separating Allah from creation, awareness of creation by creation. the opposite of jam `. (Source:Taha Publication)
Farsakh
1834
(Plural farasikh) a measurement of length, about three miles/five km. (Source:Taha Publication)
(Plural farasikh) a measurement of length, about three miles/five km. (Source:Taha Publication)
Faruq
(Farooq Farouk Farook)
57
this was the name given to Umar ibn Al-Khattab. It means 'One who distinguishes the truth from falsehood'.
(Source:MSA-USC)
this was the name given to Umar ibn Al-Khattab. It means 'One who distinguishes the truth from falsehood'.
(Source:MSA-USC)
Fasid
610
Irregular, invalid, corrupt, void, deficient. (Source:Taha Publication)
Irregular, invalid, corrupt, void, deficient. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fasid
1115
Irregular, deficient. it is between valid and void. a batil contract is unlawful, whereas one which is fasid is lacking some necessary quality, which can sometimes be put right. (Source:Taha Publication)
Irregular, deficient. it is between valid and void. a batil contract is unlawful, whereas one which is fasid is lacking some necessary quality, which can sometimes be put right. (Source:Taha Publication)
Fasila
3281
(Plural fawasil) the final words of the verses of the qur'an which resemble rhyme. (Source:Taha Publication)
(Plural fawasil) the final words of the verses of the qur'an which resemble rhyme. (Source:Taha Publication)
