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Al-Buruj on the Names of Amir al-Mu minin (Peace be Upon Him)

This book presents a compilation of names or titles attributed to Imam Ali, arranged in alphabetical order. These names or attributes are derived from Quranic verses, hadiths, and poems, highlighting the virtues and qualities of ʿAlī. The author aims to introduce the character of Amīr al-Muʾminīn ʿAlī in this way, revealing the hitherto unknown dimensions…

Asharism and Maturidism in the Contemporary World

The rich diversity of schools of thought within the Islamic world has fostered a flourishing of Islamic intellectual discourse throughout history. This diversity has given rise to various denominations, each offering its unique narrative of the religion. In the present-day world, the predominant theological schools of thought embraced by Sunni Muslims are Asharism and Maturidism.…

Ismailism: Collection of Essays

This book is a compilation of essays that cite firsthand sources and accounts of Islamic denominations. It is divided into three sections, focusing on the history, prominent figures, and beliefs of Ismailism. The first section explores the historical origins and development of this particular Islamic denomination. It also examines the denominational disputes that have arisen…

Scripturalist Islam: The History and Doctrines of the Akhbari Shi’i School

The term "Akhbari," in its terminological sense, emerged within the Shiite intellectual tradition during the eleventh century. It was established by Muḥammad Amīn al-Astarābādī (d. 1036 AH) and his followers. Over the course of the subsequent generation, this trend gained prominence and eventually acquired a notable status by the late eleventh century within the body…

The Secrets of the “Science of the Letters” In Futūḥāt Makkiyya (Meccan Openings)

One section of Ibn al-ʿArabī’s celebrated magnum opus al-Futūḥāt al-Makkiyya (Meccan Openings) is devoted to secrets of the letters, which unveil hidden teachings. Many of these secrets and enigmas remained difficult to decipher even for scholars as great as Nasr Hamid Abu Zayd. In the present book, Hossein Tofighi skillfully unravels these enigmas. With a…

From Doubt to Certainty

This book serves as a comprehensive exploration of the nature of doubt and certainty, aiming to provide insights into the process of transforming doubts into certainties. By examining the detrimental effects that doubts and uncertainties can have on conscious faith and belief, the author highlights the various factors that contribute to the reinforcement of doubts…

Religion in ancient history: Studies in ideas, men, and events

This book features different chapters that identify with both virtuous and malevolent characters from various ancient religions. Ranging from pre-history and mythology to the history of religions, it delves into the narratives of Osiris and Gilgamesh. Throughout these chapters, the author establishes a connection with the paths of these characters, empathizing with Enkidu and Job…

Religions in the Modern World

This book offers a study of religions in the modern world, encompassing a wide range of information on historical sources and texts related to various religious and spiritual traditions. The current research examines the intersection of religion and modernity, focusing on Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and indigenous religions of the Americas. It also…

Chinese and Japanese Religions

The current volume is a translated compilation of two sections from A New Handbook of Living Religions, offering an introduction to four distinct religious traditions: Confucianism, Taoism, Buddhism, and Shinto. The first two religions, Confucianism and Taoism, originate from China, while Shinto is an indigenous Japanese religion. Buddhism, on the other hand, is shared by…

Hinduism (World Religions)

Since the dawn of civilization over ten thousand years ago, religion has played a significant role in shaping human history. Presently, more than half of the world's population adheres to one of the major religions, each with its own unique practices and rituals. As societies become increasingly diverse in terms of ethnicity and culture, a…

Native American Religions (World Religions)

This book delves into the origins, primitive beliefs, ancestral spirits, practices, and rituals of Native Americans, providing readers with an insightful exploration of a worldview vastly distinct from the more established major world religions. This book offers a straightforward account of the deep-rooted beliefs held by Native Americans. It explores their strong belief in ancestral…

Catholicism & Orthodox Christianity

This book explores the origins, practices, rituals, and historical development of Catholicism and Orthodox Christianity, tracing their journey from the early Medieval Era to their roles in the contemporary world. Additionally, the book delves into topics such as the unity and organization of the churches, the Pope's role in Christian ecumenism, the encounter with new…
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