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Five New Comprehensive Articles: Islamic Science, History & Theology
Major content expansion with 5 comprehensive articles totaling 40,380 words: Islamic Mathematics and Algebra (8,070 words) exploring al-Khwarizmi's revolutionary work and the development of algebra; Islamic Astronomy and Navigation (8,418 words) covering celestial observations and maritime innovations; Sunni vs Shia: Historical Origins (7,918 words) examining the theological and political split; Umayyad vs Abbasid Comparison (7,856 words) analyzing the transition between caliphates; and Islamic Trade Routes expanded (8,118 words) detailing the Silk Road and Spice Route networks.
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March 2026
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Five New Comprehensive Articles: Islamic Science, History & Theology
Major content expansion with 5 comprehensive articles totaling 40,380 words: Islamic Mathematics and Algebra (8,070 words) exploring al-Khwarizmi's revolutionary work and the development of algebra; Islamic Astronomy and Navigation (8,418 words) covering celestial observations and maritime innovations; Sunni vs Shia: Historical Origins (7,918 words) examining the theological and political split; Umayyad vs Abbasid Comparison (7,856 words) analyzing the transition between caliphates; and Islamic Trade Routes expanded (8,118 words) detailing the Silk Road and Spice Route networks.
Explore New ArticlesArticle Expanded: Imam Tirmidhi - Master of Hadith Classification
Imam Tirmidhi article expanded from 2,539 to 3,269 words (+730 words). Enhanced sections include detailed descriptions of his scholarly journey across major Islamic centers, his revolutionary hadith grading system with nuanced explanations of Sahih/Hasan/Da'if/Gharib/Munkar classifications, comprehensive scholarly commentary on legal analysis and practical application, and moving account of his vision loss and continued dedication to scholarship despite physical challenges.
Read ArticleArticle Expanded: Al-Khwarizmi - Father of Algebra
Al-Khwarizmi article expanded from 2,538 to 3,360 words (+822 words). New content includes practical examples from his algebraic work with detailed problem-solving, application to Islamic law (inheritance calculations), revolutionary impact of the zero concept, astronomical influence with connections to later scholars (al-Battani, Ulugh Beg), geographic corrections to Ptolemy, direct successors (Abu Kamil, Al-Karaji, Omar Khayyam), and the resistance and acceptance narrative for Hindu-Arabic numerals in Europe.
Read ArticleThree Critical Articles Expanded to Meet Standards
Three articles expanded to meet 2,500-word minimum: Angels (2,443 → 3,020 words) with enhanced Gabriel's interaction with Prophet Muhammad and comprehensive recording angels explanation; Islamic Mathematics (2,474 → 3,108 words) with expanded Omar Khayyam's geometric approach and Al-Karaji's algebraic innovations; Predestination (2,497 → 2,944 words) with expanded Ash'ari and Maturidi school doctrines. All expansions maintain narrative prose and academic standards.
Explore ArticlesMajor Expansion: Five Comprehensive Guides Doubled in Depth
Massive content expansion of 5 comprehensive guide articles, adding 24,090 words: Islamic Architecture (3,900 → 10,383 words), Complete Timeline of Islamic History (4,300 → 8,138 words), Islamic Art (4,500 → 10,474 words), Islamic Contributions to Science & Medicine (5,700 → 9,658 words), Muslim Scholars Who Changed the World (5,721 → 9,558 words). All articles now meet 8,000-10,000 word standards with comprehensive scholarly depth.
Explore Comprehensive GuidesNew Articles: Two Important Islamic Theological Concepts
Two comprehensive new articles: Al-Lawh al-Mahfuz/The Preserved Tablet (3,271 words) exploring the divine record containing all of Allah's knowledge and decrees; and Sidrat al-Muntaha/The Lote Tree of the Utmost Boundary (4,274 words) covering the cosmic boundary encountered during Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ Night Journey. Both articles include 10+ internal links and 6 scholarly sources each.
Read Theological ConceptsDefault Font Size Set to A- for Better Readability
The website now loads with the A- (smallest) font size by default across all devices and browsers. This provides optimal readability for most users while maintaining the ability to adjust font size to personal preference using the A-/A/A+ controls in the header. User preferences are still saved and persist across sessions.
Timeline Icons Now Visible on Mobile Devices
Fixed visibility issue where era icons in the Browse by Historical Era section were not displaying on mobile devices. The timeline icons are now fully responsive and visible across all screen sizes, providing a consistent browsing experience on smartphones, tablets, and desktops.
Browse by EraWomen in Islamic History: Five Pioneering Figures
Comprehensive new collection celebrating remarkable women: Maryam bint Imran/Mary (12,956 words), Asiya bint Muzahim (7,942 words), Lubna of Córdoba (6,606 words), Nana Asma'u (6,796 words), and Rufaida Al-Aslamia (6,799 words). Total: 41,099 words covering women's contributions from ancient times through the modern era in faith, medicine, mathematics, poetry, scholarship, and education.
Explore Women's CollectionIntelligent Search with Contextual Results
Major search upgrade! The search now displays a single 'Best Match' card showing the most relevant article first, followed by contextually related results. The algorithm intelligently groups articles by geographic region, historical era, shared tags, and time period.
Try Intelligent SearchComplete Jerusalem Heritage Collection: Four Major Articles
Comprehensive encyclopedia-quality coverage of Jerusalem's Islamic heritage with four major articles totaling 35,536 words: Al-Aqsa Mosque (8,111 words), Dome of the Rock (8,041 words), The Crusades (8,344 words), and Jerusalem (11,040 words). All articles meet Tier 1 or Tier 2 encyclopedia standards.
Explore Jerusalem CollectionFive New Historical Articles Added
Comprehensive coverage of major historical events and figures: Ruhollah Khomeini (10,289 words), Ali Khamenei (10,694 words), Fall of the Ottoman Empire (8,807 words), Fall of Granada (8,403 words), and Siege of Baghdad 1258 (8,581 words). Total: 46,774 words covering pivotal moments from medieval to modern times.
Explore New ArticlesSearch Icon Added to Navigation Menu
Quick access to search functionality now available directly from the main navigation menu. The search icon with label appears in the desktop navigation bar for faster article discovery.
Try SearchFebruary 2026
20 updates published
Five New Articles on Islamic Practices and Calendar
Comprehensive coverage of fundamental Islamic practices: Islamic Calendar/Hijri Calendar (6,847 words), Umrah (7,124 words), Zakat (7,891 words), Ramadan & Eid al-Fitr (8,156 words), and Eid al-Adha (5,342 words). Total: 35,360 words covering the pillars of Islam and Islamic celebrations.
Explore New ArticlesMajor Expansion: Khalid ibn al-Walid - The Sword of Allah
Khalid ibn al-Walid article expanded to Tier 1 standards (10,110 words) with comprehensive new sections: relationships with other companions, the controversial Malik ibn Nuwayra incident, his role in shaping Islamic military doctrine, detailed Ridda Wars campaign analysis, comparative military analysis, portrayal in Islamic literature and popular culture, and critical examination of historical sources.
Read Full ArticleThree High-Priority Articles Added
Completed three frequently-referenced articles: Khalid ibn al-Walid (10,110 words), Timbuktu (4,837 words), and Battle of Ain Jalut (4,951 words). These articles strengthen the encyclopedia's coverage of military history, African Islamic civilization, and medieval warfare.
Explore New ArticlesOmar al-Mukhtar Article Expanded to 9,983 Words
Major expansion from 6,000 to 9,983 words. New sections cover women's role in the Libyan resistance, economic dimensions of Italian colonization, the concentration camp system, Italian military technology vs resistance tactics, international diplomatic efforts, post-independence commemoration, and cultural representations in film and literature.
Read Expanded ArticleNew Article: Omar al-Mukhtar - The Lion of the Desert
Comprehensive biography of Omar al-Mukhtar (1858-1931), the legendary Libyan resistance leader who fought Italian colonization for over 20 years. The 6,000-word article covers his early life, guerrilla warfare tactics, the brutal Italian colonial campaign, his capture and execution, and his enduring legacy as a symbol of anti-colonial resistance.
Read ArticleGlossary Expanded with 30+ New Terms
Major glossary update adding 30+ new Islamic and historical terms: First Fitna terminology, Umayyad dynasty, Abbasid era, Ottoman terms, resistance movements, and dynasties. All terms include Arabic script, pronunciation, transliteration, and detailed definitions.
Explore GlossaryContent Gap Closed: 16 High-Priority Articles Added
Added 16 comprehensive articles: First Fitna series (Muawiyah, Yazid, Battles of Siffin/Camel/Nahrawan/Karbala), Four Imams series (Abu Hanifa, Malik, Al-Shafi'i, Ahmad ibn Hanbal), Golden Age scholars (Al-Farabi, Ibn Battuta, Al-Jazari), Companions (Safiyya, Talha, Zubayr), major rulers (Harun al-Rashid, Suleiman, Caliph al-Ma'mun), empires (Timurid, Delhi Sultanate), and theological events (Mihna Inquisition). Total: 71,754 words.
Explore New ArticlesPerfect Icon-Text Alignment Achieved
Completely redesigned icon-text alignment system across the entire website. Removed padded icon backgrounds and implemented custom CSS utility class for perfect vertical centering. Icons and headings now align flawlessly throughout the site.
See Perfect AlignmentMajor UI/UX Enhancements
Comprehensive visual polish: subtle hover animations, improved card shadows, color-coded article type badges, loading states with skeleton screens, enhanced focus states for accessibility, breadcrumb trails, improved mobile menu, articles page search bar with grid/list view toggle, article counts in filters, 'Recently Added' badges, Print Article button, and Quick Stats on homepage.
Explore ImprovementsThree New Articles: Regional History and Islamic Law
Expanded coverage with three comprehensive articles: Bosnia and Herzegovina explores Islamic heritage in the Balkans, Jordan covers the crossroads of Islamic civilization, and Islamic Schools of Jurisprudence provides a complete overview of the madhab system and legal methodology.
Explore New ArticlesSeven New High-Priority Articles Added
Major content expansion with 7 comprehensive new articles: Safavid Dynasty (11,123 words), Ibn Rushd/Averroes (10,181 words), Mughal Empire (10,455 words), Fatima al-Fihri (8,929 words), Roxelana (8,341 words), Nusaybah bint Ka'ab (8,202 words), and House of Wisdom (8,730 words).
Explore New ArticlesNew Feature: Islamic Month Highlights
Discover articles relevant to the current Islamic month! The homepage now features a dynamic Islamic Calendar section showing the current month (in both English and Arabic), its religious significance, and related articles.
View HomepageNew Regional Articles: Iran and Egypt
Comprehensive regional Islamic history articles now available! Explore Iran's journey from the Sassanian Empire through the Islamic Revolution to the modern Islamic Republic, and Egypt's transformation from Coptic Christian civilization to a center of Islamic learning with Al-Azhar University.
Read Iran ArticleNew Feature: Article Comparison Tool
Compare 2-4 articles side-by-side to discover historical connections, differences, and relationships. Analyze timelines, find commonalities, and understand how different events, figures, and dynasties relate to each other.
Try Comparison ToolNew Feature: Personalized Recommendations
Get smart article recommendations based on your reading history! Our recommendation engine analyzes your preferences and suggests relevant content while encouraging exploration of new topics.
New Feature: Article Collections
Discover 17 curated article collections covering major themes like Core Concepts, Four Caliphs, Islamic Golden Age Scholars, Major Empires, and more. Each collection provides a focused learning experience.
Browse CollectionsNew Feature: Learning Paths
Introducing 6 guided learning paths to help you navigate Islamic history! Choose from Beginner's Journey, Islamic Golden Age, Great Empires, Battles & Conquests, Scholars & Thinkers, or Women in Islamic History.
Explore Learning PathsBattle Articles Expanded
Three major battle articles significantly expanded: Battle of Hattin (9,115 words), Battle of Yarmouk (9,657 words), and Battle of Tours (10,404 words) now provide comprehensive coverage of these pivotal military engagements.
Read Battle of HattinNew Features: Share & Recently Viewed
You can now easily share articles via link or email, and quickly access your recently viewed articles from the header menu.
Analytics Dashboard Added
Track your reading progress with the new Analytics Dashboard on the Manage Articles page. See your reading stats, most bookmarked articles, and content coverage by era.
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