Glossary of Islamic Terms
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Ibadah
(عبادة)
Worship, but not limited to ritual: all expressions of servitude to Allah, including
the pursuit of knowledge, living a pious life, helping, charity, and
humility, can be considered ibadah.
Iblis
A jinn banished to Hell for his arrogance and disobedience. We said to the
angels, 'Prostrate to Adam!' and they prostrated, with the exception
of Diabolis. He refused and was arrogant and was one of the disbelievers.
(2:34)
Iftaar
A
light meal eaten by Muslims breaking their fast after sunset.
Ihram (إحرام)
State of consecration for hajj. Includes dress and or prayer.
Ihsan
Perfection in worship, such that Muslims try to worship God as if they see Him, and
although they cannot see Him, they undoubtedly believe He is constantly
watching over them.
Ijma (إجماع)
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Qur`aan
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Sunnah
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Ijmah (consensus)
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Qiyaas (Analogical deduction)
Ijtihad (إجتهاد)
During the early times of Islam, the possibility of finding a new solution to
a juridical problem.
Ilm (علم)
All varieties of knowledge, usually a synonym for science
Imam (إمام)
Iiterally, leader; e.g. a man who leads a community or leads the prayer.
Iman (إيمان)
Faith, Belief.
Injil (الإنجيل)
Iiterally means 'Good News' Muslim term for the holy book
said to have been given to Jesus عليه
السلام, who is known as Isa عليه
السلام to Muslims.The New Testament gospels Matthew,
Mark, Luke, and John.
Insha'Allah (إن شاء الله)
God Willing.
Iqamah
The second call to prayer just before starting prayer. Similar
to the adhan.
Isha (عشاء)
Night; the fifth salat prayer
Islam (الإسلام)
'Submission to Allah'.
The Arabic root word سلم for Islam means submission, obedience, peace,
and purity.
Isnad (إسناد)
Chain of transmitters of any given hadith
Isra (الإسراء)
The night journey during which Muhammad is said to have visited Heaven. See
Me'raj
Istislah (إستصلاح)
Public interest - a source of Islamic Law.