theology
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Modern thought often reduces knowledge (ʿilm) to empirical observation or rational proof, sidelining imagination and intuition as “subjective” or “non-scientific.” Yet, in the Islamic tradition, imagination (khayāl), insight (basīrah), inspiration (ilḥām), and true dreams (ruʾyā ṣādiqah) form an integral epistemology. They are not opposed to reason, but complete it, anchored by revelation and illuminated by
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The Qur’an establishes the link between taqwā, furqān, and renewal: “O you who believe, if you fear Allah, He will grant you a criterion (furqān), remove your misdeeds, and forgive you” (Qur’an 8:29, Sahih International, 1997). The mujaddidūn of Islamic history embodied this principle through their distinct relationships with the Qur’an and Hadith. Each mujaddid’s
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The Qur’an presents a sophisticated framework of cognitive terminologies that form the foundation of spiritual intelligence from an Islamic perspective. Central to this system is the concept of Al-‘Aql (العقل), or intellect, which represents the God-given faculty enabling humans to discern truth, recognize divine signs, and make ethical decisions. This intellectual capacity manifests through specific
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