Jordan Journal of Islamic Studies

Popular Proverbs, Sayings and Myths that Contradict the Islamic Faith, an Analytical Study

Fayez Abu Naja — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0200

This study aimed to elucidate some proverbs, sayings, and popular actual superstitions that contradict Islamic creed and are prevalent in many Arab and Islamic countries. The study demonstrated how each proverb, saying, and actual superstition contradicts Islamic creed, providing evidence from the Quran, the Sunnah of the Prophet, and the statements of scholars. The study concluded that the reason for their spread in Muslim countries is due to the prevalence of ignorance and the lack of interest in seeking Islamic knowledge from its correct sources, in addition to the inheritance of sayings, stories, and superstitious tales from ancestors and the fanaticism towards them, accepting them as unquestionable truths not open to discussion or proper scientific criticism. The researcher recommends the necessity of confronting and combating these proverbs, sayings, and popular actual superstitions that contradict Islamic creed using available means.

The Provisions of Using Elephants’ Ivory Bone: An Applied Jurisprudential Study

Qasem Al Hmoud, Harith Al Easa, Neba Al Etoom — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The study aimed to clarify the rulings on the use and utilization of ivory in Islamic jurisprudence. It followed both the inductive and analytical methods, elucidating the nature of ivory and the rulings on the purity of bones from deceased animals, with a particular focus on elephant bones, through presenting the opinions of jurists. It also addressed the rulings on the utilization of ivory through sale and its use in various industries, as well as its use in medicine and treatment. The study sought to determine the most authoritative opinion based on evidence and in alignment with the objectives of Sharia. The study concluded with several findings, including that elephant bone is considered pure according to the most authoritative opinion, that the sale of ivory is permissible, and that it can be used in various industries and in the field of medicine, such as being implanted in the human body, when necessary, without affecting the validity of prayer. The study recommended incorporating the rulings on the utilization of ivory into academic curricula and presenting papers at conferences to explore this topic in a manner consistent with contemporary realities.

Argumentative Grammatical Conjunction "even": (An Applied Study in Surat Al-Baqarah)

Murad al-Bayyari — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0200

This study seeks to examine the conjunction "even" (ḥattā) in Surah Al-Baqarah. In aiming to do so, it will attempt to highlight its grammatical and argumentative role. To achieve its goal, the study is divided into two contexts: theoretical and applied. The theoretical context includes three main points: the first is a theoretical introduction on the importance of conjunctions and their role in structural construction, the second is an introduction on "even" according to grammarians and its types, and the third is a detailed discussion of its argumentative role. The applied context is based on three main points: the first is "even" in verses of stubbornness and disbelief, the second is "even" in verses of killing and its philosophy, and the third is "even" in verses of permissibility and change of rulings.

Dialogue in the Noble Qur’an: a terminological study

Adil Elouade, Hamid El Kassemi — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0200

This research aims to study the term "dialogue" in the Quran to uncover its meaning within its Quranic context according to the methodology of terminological study. The goal is to understand the meanings of dialogue as guided by the wise Lawgiver, based on the indications of the Quranic texts, to preserve it from any deviation or error and to elevate it above any disgrace or indignity. Dialogue in the Quran holds significant importance due to the great emphasis on guiding humans in all their affairs, both individually and collectively. The term carries key meanings that guide the understanding of the self through the comprehension of its terms. The results of this research indicate that the term "dialogue" in the Quran is distinguished by its various forms, diverse styles, and contexts, and its frequent association with the concept of "saying", which is widespread. It is also related to matters of creed and legislation, which are the foundation of the religion of Islam and the call to Allah. This signifies the importance of this term within the network of Quranic terminology. The study of the term "dialogue" has promising prospects, as the terminological study allows for examining its extensions, such as defining the attributes and relationships of the term, its derivatives and associated issues, which can be beneficial in studying related terms or those that may be confused with it.

Zaidiyah's Criticism of the Twelver Shiism in the matter of the Imamate through Zaidi Books

Halil Ocak, Moh’d Alkhateeb — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The theory of Imamate is considered the cornerstone and central axis for both the Zaydi and Twelver sects. Although these two sects share similar points regarding the Imamate, they differ in many subtopics. In this context, this research focused on these differences and attempted to identify the main points and key issues in the Zaydi critique of the Twelver theory. The research concluded that these two sects differ on numerous aspects of the Imamate, such as the attributes of the Imam, the method of his appointment, the number of Imams, the conditions of the Imamate, and so forth. The researcher, while reviewing Zaydi literature, noted the efforts of Zaydi scholars in critiquing the Twelver theory of Imamate. It can be said that Zaydi scholars have critically analyzed almost every idea of the Twelvers, both rationally and textually.

Intents-Based (Maqasidi) Interpretation of the Gracious Qur’an: The early history and the terms that it went through

Ahmad T. Alquqa, Mansour AbuZaina — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0200

This study aims to uncover the history of Intents-Based (Maqasidi) interpretation, its initial beginnings as a new form of interpretation, and to outline its stages, touching upon the milestones and turns that contributed to its formation, development, and advancement. Each stage represented a fundamental axis and a distinct direction within a knowledge system that reflects the realism of the text in accordance with the realism of time and place.

The researchers followed the inductive method to achieve this by tracking and organizing the sayings of early and later interpreters. They also used the analytical method, which involves studying and analyzing the components of the scientific material and collecting similar phenomena to clarify the features of the history of Intents-Based (Maqasidi) interpretation and its organizational evolution.

The study, based on evidence and proofs, reached numerous conclusions, including: the structure and development of the history of Intents-Based (Maqasidi) interpretation were not homogeneous in method, content, and perspectives; the history of Intents-Based (Maqasidi) interpretation, throughout its stages, lacked foundational construction, with exegetes' efforts in all eras and stages being directed towards the practical level; and the influence of schools, ideas, and notable figures in nourishing Intents-Based (Maqasidi) interpretation, such as the Meccan school and its figures, as well as other schools and their figures.

Ruling on the enemy seizing Muslims’ private funds -A comparative jurisprudential study with public international law-

Berlant Waheed — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0200

This research aims to clarify the ruling on the property of Muslims that has been seized by enemies: Does ownership transfer to the enemies, or does it remain with the original Muslim owners? It also seeks to determine the ruling on this property if Muslims are victorious over the enemies and reclaim it: Does it return to its original owners, or does it remain a right of the conquerors?

The researcher concluded that the Islamic property seized by the enemies does not transfer ownership to them but remains the property of the original Muslim owners. Furthermore, if the Muslims reclaim this property from the enemies, it returns to its original owners.

The researcher recommended the necessity of continuing research on issues of international relations and revisiting the rulings made by jurists on these matters in light of today's global changes.

Sale of disputed rights: Selling the Krooka as a model (A comparative study)

Hayel Dawood, Nour Alkhateeb — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0200

This study aims to clarify the Islamic legal ruling on the sale of disputed rights in Islamic jurisprudence and civil laws in Arab countries. The study focused on a phenomenon that has begun to spread among people, which involves the owner of a "Krooka" selling it to a lawyer for a certain amount so that the lawyer can replace him in claiming financial compensation from the insurance company, either due to the owner's unwillingness to wait for the compensation or his disagreement with the compensation determined by the insurance companies. The study concluded that this sale is not permissible, as it falls under the category of selling a debt to someone other than the debtor, which the majority of jurists consider impermissible. The study made several recommendations, including that the Bar Association should take deterrent measures against lawyers who engage in such transactions and that insurance companies should improve their performance so that policyholders are not compelled to deal with these speculators.

Juristic Principle: (Everything that one is permitted to do, one can authorize others to do) In Marriage and Divorce

Kefah Alsouri, Murad Yousef, Mohand Altaani, Abdullah Alsofni — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The study addressed one of the jurisprudential and legal principles and its applications in marriage and divorce, titled (Everything that one is permitted to do, one can authorize others to do). It is known that the need for delegation in transactions has increased, thus it is essential to understand the religious rulings related to this principle, which is the subject of this study. The researchers followed the inductive analytical method in the study by tracing jurisprudential issues and mentioning the opinions of jurists and their evidence related to the jurisprudential principle. The study concluded with several findings, the most important of which are: the permissibility of both men and guardians delegating marriage and divorce, and the permissibility of a woman delegating divorce but not marriage. It is also permissible to delegate the marriage and divorce contract through social media.

Takaful Insurance: Its nature, Ruling, Characteristics, and the Challenges It Faces

Fatima AL-Khawaldeh — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0200

This study aimed to clarify the reality of takaful insurance and the basis on which it is founded. It addressed the Islamic legal ruling on it, its characteristics, the difference between it and commercial insurance, and the main challenges facing the development of the takaful insurance industry in general. The study concluded that takaful insurance is permissible under Islamic law, as it is based on the principle of donation and does not aim to profit from others' money. It differs in its nature and objectives from commercial insurance. The study recommended the continuous presence of Sharia supervisory boards within Islamic financial institutions to monitor operations. It also suggested that takaful insurance companies, or those offering this product, should enhance their marketing efforts to better promote its concept and nature, ensuring its broader acceptance.

Hearing in the Holy Qur’an: A study of terminology and usage

Adil Elouade, Abdelhadi Miloudi — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0200

Objectives: This article aims to investigate the true meaning of the term "hearing" in its Qur'anic context, based on a well-established scientific method beneficial for this purpose.

Methods: This research addresses the term "hearing" through the method of terminological study, attempting to explore its meaning in the Qur'an. It particularly focuses on the comprehensive induction of the term's material, as well as lexicographical and textual studies within the limits of this research. The study is structured into an introduction, two main sections, and a conclusion.

Results: The meaning of "hearing" in the Qur'an is based on its linguistic origin, centered on the concepts of penetrating into something and perceiving something with the ear. The term "hearing" in the Qur'an is characterized by the extensive volume of its material and the abundance and variety of its derivatives, indicating the importance of its concept within the Qur'anic terminology. This is especially evident with its frequent repetition in the surahs, using diverse and beautiful styles that vary according to different contexts. The study concludes by defining the Qur'anic term "hearing.".

Conclusions: The verses mention "hearing" in its material sense related to perceiving sound with the ear and transition to its terminological sense involving understanding, acceptance, knowledge, awareness, submission, obedience, following the truth, and avoiding frivolity.

Addressing the Phenomenon of Unconstructive Criticism in Social Media through Foundation and Application according to the Sciences of the Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence

Faisal Allumai — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The research addresses the phenomenon of non-constructive criticism in social media, both foundationally and practically, according to the sciences of the principles of Islamic jurisprudence and dialectical principles. The study utilized the inductive method to gather scientific material and the analytical method to analyze it. The study concluded that handling news or information involves verifying the credibility of the information through comprehending the statement, evidence and context, reality, or questioning. Then, it involves systematically classifying the information by determining the semantic degree, verifying the correct use of the information, and the accuracy of its interpretation. The study also highlighted the main sources of necessary criticism in social media, which are represented by Islamic law, human ethics, laws that do not contradict Sharia texts, and general and specific customs. It included the main etiquettes of criticism and the primary outcomes of criticism, applying the aforementioned concepts to examples from Sharia texts, Islamic jurisprudence, and social media. The study recommended paying attention to the practical study of criticism in the principles of Islamic jurisprudence and dialectical principles, highlighting Principles of Jurisprudence as a humanistic thinking methodology, and studying the methods of dialectical scholars in criticism.

False Inference in Religious Islamic texts

Bassam Alomosh — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0200

This research addresses a set of examples that illustrate false inference methods by various entities, whether it is inference by authorities, groups, or individuals. The researcher has directed the inference to follow its correct path, steering clear of distortions by malicious individuals and the exaggerations of extremists. This examination is necessary because, in the past, there has been false inference from texts in the Quran and Sunnah, and this misuse continues, highlighting the importance of providing corrections and drawing attention to the proper understanding.