Al Khadim Research Journal of Islamic Culture and Civilization

Exploring the Concept and Instances of Shuh in Islamic Exegetical Literature

Dr. Ilyas Ahmad — 2025-11-15

This qualitative narrative-based study explores the concept and manifestations of “Shuh” (avarice or intense stinginess) within Islamic exegetical literature. Drawing upon the Qur’an, Hadith, and classical commentaries by renowned mufassirun such as Al-Tabari, Ibn Kathir, Al-Qurtubi, Al-Zamakhshari, and Raghib Al-Isfahani, it analyzes the linguistic, moral, and behavioral dimensions of this term. The research reveals that Shuh signifies not only financial miserliness but also deeper spiritual and ethical corruption—manifested through greed, injustice, and failure in fulfilling social and moral responsibilities. Furthermore, the study underscores how Islamic scholarship provides comprehensive moral guidance for recognizing and overcoming Shuh, offering valuable insights into the Qur’anic vision of human character and ethical discipline.

A Research Review of Urdu Idioms in the Light of the Opinions of Critics

Hina Naseem Hina Naseem — 2025-12-31

This article primarily discusses the importance and usefulness of idioms in the Urdu language, while also examining the use of idioms in the light of the opinions of various critics. The word "idiom" is apparently an Arabic word. It is used as a noun in Urdu. It was first used in writing in 1840 in Ahwal-ul-Anbiya. Basically, an idiom is a phrase that is a means of explaining a situation in short words, and its use in common speech and conversation is prominent and a model of politeness. Therefore, this research article discusses the idiom and the opinions of critics on it.

The Concept of Darūriyyāt al-Dīn: An Analytical & Comparative Study among Revealed Religions

Khawaja Arshad Ali Khawaja Arshad Ali — 2025-12-31

This paper examines the concept and historical context of Darūriyyāt al-Dīn (the Necessities of Religion) within Islamic theology. It argues that Islam is founded upon both doctrinal and practical essentials whose denial constitutes deviation from faith. The study categorizes these essentials into general necessities, recognized by all Muslims, and specific necessities, comprehended primarily by scholars. It further analyzes the juridical and theological implications of rejecting these tenets, distinguishing between deliberate denial and ignorance. Through a comparative exploration of Qur’anic and Biblical texts, the research establishes that the doctrines of Monotheism, Prophethood and the Hereafter — central to Islam’s necessary beliefs — are consistent with the foundational truths of earlier revealed religions. The paper concludes that Darūriyyāt al-Dīn represent the universal and immutable principles upon which the moral and spiritual edifice of all divine religions rests.

The Contribution of the Mosque to the Moral and Social Reformation of Society

Muhammad Zubair Nawaz — 2025-12-31

إِنَّمَا يَعْمُرُ مَسَاجِدَ اللَّهِ مَنْ آمَنَ بِاللَّهِ وَالْيَوْمِ الْآخِرِ وَأَقَامَ الصَّلَاةَ وَآتَى الزَّكَاةَ وَلَمْ يَخْشَ إِلَّا اللَّهَ ۖ فَعَسَىٰ أُولَٰئِكَ أَن يَكُونُوا مِنَ الْمُهْتَدِينَ[i]

The mosques of Allah are maintained only by those who believe in Allah and the Last Day, establish prayer, give zakah, and fear none but Allah. It is they who are expected to be among the rightly guided.

The mosque holds a central place in Islam. In the time of the Prophet ﷺ it stood as far more than a spot for salah alone. People gathered there for everything. They learned deen. They settled disputes. They helped the needy. Discussions on community matters took place right there. The masjid built social bonds. It nurtured moral character. It strengthened unity among the ummah. This study looks back at those days through the Quran, Hadith, and Seerah. The sources show clearly how the Prophet ﷺ made the masjid a living heart of the society. Worship mixed with education. Prayer joined with welfare for orphans and the poor. Even political decisions found their place under its roof. Such was its role then. But today things look different. In many Muslim lands the masjid has shrunk. It often limits itself to rituals. Five prayers. Friday khutbah. Little else. Many mosques stand apart from daily struggles of people. Social problems grow outside. Economic hardships. Moral decline. Yet the masjid rarely steps in as it once did. The gap appears wide. What was once a complete center for guidance and reform now feels narrow. Limited mostly to ibadah in its basic form. This leaves the community weaker. Without that broad engagement, the ummah misses much of the Prophetic way. The need is to turn back. Draw from the sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ. Revive the masjid's full role. Make it a place for teaching again. For helping the poor. For bringing people together on important issues. Only then can it heal today's ills. Bring spiritual strength. Intellectual awakening. And real progress in society. This return promises barakah. It builds a stronger ummah. One that lives by the true Islamic model.

Historical Study of Ishaqani Rind Baloch Tribe

Tehniat Siddique — 2025-03-11

This analytical study expresses the history and contribution of the Sakhani Baloch Tribe. Historically this was among the prominent tribes who established their small states before the battle of Intra-Baloch tribal wars. The son of Mir Muhammad Ishaq Khan-1 from Rind Baloch established his government initially in eastern Balochistan and northern Derajat before the famous battle of Nali between Rind and Lashar Tribes. This battle of Nali not only marginalized the authority of Lashar tribes but also divided the strength and power of Rind which had united against Lashar during thirty years war. After this war the Baloch tribes migrated from Balochistan to Punjab and Sindh and lost the glorious status of the past due to the anarchy among Baloch tribes for political supremacy. This research article explains and highlight the history and contribution of Ishaqani Baloch Tribe which is famous now as Sakhani Baloch.

Human Rights in Islam: A Model for Universal Dignity and Prosperity

Dr. Shoaib Arif — 2025-12-09

Islamic teachings provide a broad base for human rights, emphasizing dignity, justice, equality, and social responsibility. The Qur’an and Sunnah outline rights dealing with life, property, education, gender parity, and freedom of belief that ensure all human beings receive respect and are treated fairly. These principles aim at protecting against oppression, guaranteeing welfare, and ensuring governance with ethics. Islamic human rights are universal, with an emphasis on both individual and collective well-being. Concepts such as Adl (justice), Ihsan (excellence), Tazkiyah (self-purification), and Shura (consultation) underpin the guiding philosophy for moral conduct and interaction in society and governance. By integrating the spiritual, ethical, and social imperatives, Islam presents human rights as a set of practical responsibilities that protect dignity and ensure prosperity, rather than ideals. This article explores the basic tenets of human rights in Islam, their practice throughout history, and their relevance as a model for universal human dignity and socioeconomic flourishing in societies today.