Al-Ādāb al-Baḥth wa’l-Munāẓarah (Based on Rashīdiyyah) Study Notes Al‑Ādāb al‑Baḥth wa’l‑Munāẓarah is the science that teaches how to disagree properly, how to examine a claim and its proof, and how to reach the truth without falling into ego, anger, or confusion. It is one of the classical tools used by scholars to protect the mind…Continue reading Al-Ādāb al-Baḥth wa’l-Munāẓarah
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Ribā Is Not What You Think It Is
Most people assume that ribā is simply about excessive or exploitative interest. If the rate is lowered, if the terms are fair, if inflation is taken into account, then perhaps, they argue, the problem disappears. In this framing, the issue is one of ethics within lending, not the structure of lending itself. But this understanding…Continue reading Ribā Is Not What You Think It Is
Your guide to teaching Adults
Teaching itself What is a teacher? A teacher is a person who helps others acquire knowledge, skills, or virtue, typically by working as an educator in schools or other educational settings. They design instruction to facilitate learning, serving as instructors, trainers, coaches, or mentors. Although the reality is we are all teachers of others in some…Continue reading Your guide to teaching Adults
Introduction to Islamic Finance
What is Finance? Finance is the discipline concerned with how money and wealth is created, managed, and made use of; this would include how it is raised, spent, saved, lent, borrowed, circulated and invested. What is Islamic Finance? Islamic Finance is the application of Shari’ah principles to these financial dealings. Now, don’t think of Shari‘ah…Continue reading Introduction to Islamic Finance
Type of Instructors
1. Mentor An experienced individual who provides guidance, advice, and support to someone less experienced, often in a professional or personal development context. Example: A 9-to-5 office worker looking to progress into management might meet with a mentor monthly to get advice on leadership, office politics, and career planning. 2. Coach A professional who helps…Continue reading Type of Instructors
Understanding Identity: Why It Matters and Why It’s Complicated
In an increasingly multicultural world, identity is a word that often surfaces in conversations about belonging, representation, and self-perception. But what exactly is identity, and why does it matter so much? For many of us, especially those with immigrant backgrounds or mixed heritage in the West, identity can be both deeply personal and deeply complex.…Continue reading Understanding Identity: Why It Matters and Why It’s Complicated
Islamic Months origin
Ever wondered about the origins of the names of the months in Islam? Here’s a closer look: Muharram Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar. Historically, it was initially referred to as Safar I, with the following month known as Safar II. However, when this month was designated as sacred — meaning warfare…Continue reading Islamic Months origin
What Islam is really about
In schools, when they teach Islam, they often go straight to the Five Pillars—like that’s the whole thing. And I get it, it’s neat. Categories help. Teachers can build lessons around them, tick boxes, keep it simple. But we’ve got to step back a bit—go one level higher—and really look at what we’re teaching. Because…Continue reading What Islam is really about
Types of Truths
Here are some key types of “truths” commonly discussed in philosophy and reasoning: Empirical Truth Based on observable, measurable evidence (e.g., “Water boils at 100°C under standard pressure”). Logical Truth True by virtue of logical structure (e.g., “All bachelors are unmarried men”). Moral or Ethical Truth Based on principles of right and wrong, often influenced…Continue reading Types of Truths
What is the Scientific method?
Also See: A Guide to Scientific Terminology, and Types of Truth. The purpose of the scientific method is to provide a structured and objective approach to investigating questions about the natural world, ensuring that results are reliable, verifiable, and as free from bias as possible by following a set of steps including observation, hypothesis formation, experimentation,…Continue reading What is the Scientific method?