Jihad
A General Definition Jihad, which is a word in Arabic meaning ‘struggle’ and in some instances, ‘striving’, ranks high on the list as it pertains to Islam in history and theology. Simply put, jihad involves struggling as it is embedded within religious, social and political contexts. While its meaning is often misconstrued especially in the […]
Constitution of Madina
The Hijrah: Constitution of Madina & Migration of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his followers from Makkah to Madinah. Occurred in 622 CE and was a watershed moment in Islamic history. It signalled the establishment of the first Islamic state, a new social, political, and religious order that would lay the groundwork for […]
Khilafah
The teachings of the Quran and the Hadith are the foundation of the Islamic notion of environmental care. The term “Khilafah,” which can be translated as “stewardship” or “vicegerency. Reflects the responsibility that humans have to the Earth as its stewards or trustees. The Khilafah ConceptAccording to this Quran, Allah has designated humans to be […]