Category: Religion and Philosophy

Peshitta in the Syriac tradition

The Peshitta is the standard version of the Bible for churches in the Syriac tradition, containing both the Old and New Testaments. Summary The Peshitta (Classical Syriac: ܦܫܺܝܛܬܳܐ or ܦܫܝܼܛܬܵܐ,...

Bayt al-Ahzan

Bayt al-Ahzan translates to “House of Sorrows.” It was a historical structure situated in Al-Baqi Cemetery in Medina, located in the Hejaz region of present-day Saudi Arabia. Bayt al-Ahzan was...

Fatima bint Muhammad

Fatima bint Muhammad (605/15–632 CE), commonly referred to as Fatima al-Zahra, holds a revered position in Islamic history as the daughter of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and his first wife, Khadija....

The Tomb of Zechariah

The Tomb of Zechariah is an ancient monolithic structure located in Jerusalem’s Kidron Valley. It is traditionally associated with Zechariah ben Jehoiada, a priest mentioned in Jewish scriptures. The tomb...

Prophet Muhammad’s Night Journey

The Israʾ and Miʿraj are two interlinked parts of a miraculous journey that, according to Islamic belief, was undertaken by the Prophet Muhammad (570–632 CE) during a single night around the...

Islamic funeral: How is it conducted?

Islamic funerals follow specific religious rites rooted in the principles of sharia (Islamic law). While customs may vary depending on cultural and regional interpretations, the fundamental practices remain consistent. The...

What is the Eucharist?

The Eucharist, also known as Holy Communion, the Blessed Sacrament, or the Lord’s Supper, is a central Christian rite commemorating Jesus Christ’s Last Supper. Its significance is derived from biblical...

Virgin birth of Jesus

The virgin birth of Jesus is a central tenet in both Christianity and Islam. According to this doctrine, Jesus was conceived by Mary through the power of the Holy Spirit,...

How is Jesus viewed in Islam?

In Islam, Jesus holds a revered status as one of the greatest prophets and messengers of God. He is acknowledged as the penultimate prophet, preceding Muhammad, and is described as...

History of the Black Stone in Mecca

The Black Stone, known in Arabic as al-Ḥajar al-Aswad, is a revered Islamic relic embedded in the eastern corner of the Kaaba in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. According to Islamic tradition,...

History of the Hebrew Bible

The Hebrew Bible, also known as the Tanakh or Miqra, is the canonical collection of Hebrew scriptures comprising the Torah, the Nevi’im, and the Ketuvim. It has played a significant...