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The Understanding of Kalām Based on al-Asmāʾ al-Husnā: The Case of Abū Isḥāq al-Ṣaffār

Esmâ-i Hüsnâya Dayanan Kelâm Anlayışı: Ebû İshak es-Saffâr Örneği

Author(s): Hümeyra SEVGÜLÜ HACİİBRAHİMOĞLU / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Kalam; al-Asma' al-Husna; The Beautiful Names of Allah; Abu Ishaq al-Saffar;Maturidiyya; Talkhis al-adilla li-qawa'id al-tawhid;

This book discusses the theological views of Abū Isḥāq al-Ṣaffār d. 534/1139), within the framework of his comments on the meanings of Allah’s names, provided in his work titled Talkhīṣ al-adilla. Abū Isḥāq al-Ṣaffār is one of the Ḥanafite-Māturīdite scholars in the 6th/12th century. In his work titled Talkhīṣ al-adilla li-qawāʿid al-tawḥīd on kalām, he spared extensive space for al-asmāʾ al-husnā. Approximately one third of this work, published in two volumes, is devoted to al-asmāʾ al-husnā. An examination of the related section reveals that al-Ṣaffār explains many issues, particularly those related to the existence, unity and attributes of Allah, based on 175 al-asmāʾ al-husnā. He mentions some of the names that he does not include in the al-asmāʾ al-husnā section under separate headings. For example, the name al-Mutakallim is addressed within the context of the attribute of kalām and in relation to subjects, such as the khalq al-Qurʾān and i‘jaz al-Qurʾān. Upon the addition of these names to the list, the number names reaches 178. This means that half of the work deals with the subject of al-asmāʾ al-husnā.al-Ṣaffār lists the divine names in alphabetical order and explains them semantically in the chapter of al-asmāʾ al-husnā. Then he goes on to clarify each divine name through a theological lens with a specific reference to the subject of kalām. In the pre-Saffar Ḥanafite-Māturīdite theological literature, there is no other work that addresses al-asmāʾ al-husnā in such an extensive way.This book consists of three main sections. The first section titled “Methodological Framework”, elaborates on the focus, significance, purpose and method of the study, along with the sources used. The first part describes the political, social and religious status of Transoxiana (Mā-warāʾ al-Nahr) region and the cities of Bukhara and Marw, the sociocultural environment in which Saffar lived. The second chapter addresses various concepts, which promote the understanding of al-asmāʾ al-husnā, such as name, tasmiya, musammā, attribute and qualification in addition to the theological debates such as the number and iḥṣāʾ of al-asmāʾ al-husnā. Then, it provides information about the al-asmāʾ al-husnā literature produced in the pre- Ṣaffār period. The end of each chapter comes with a detailed table with the 178 divine names mentioned by al-Ṣaffār. In the third chapter, the author initially discusses the theological principles that al-Ṣaffār considered while explaining the essence of al-asmāʾ al-husnā. This section also determines and systematically categorizes the theological views and evaluations put forward by al-Ṣaffār while explaining the divine names in Talkhīṣ al-adilla. The tables with the divine names and the related discussions can be seen at the end of the discussion for each subject. The last section presents the conclusions reached, regarding the kalām method based on al-Ṣaffār’s understanding of the essence of al-asmāʾ al-husnā. The present study revealed that he made theological interpretations in 75% of the al-asmāʾ al-husnā and interpreted all theological issues ranging from the subjects of knowledge and existence to the Afterlife in connection with the al-asmāʾ al-husnā. These results indicate that al-Ṣaffār's understanding of kalām is based on the interpretation of the divine names.

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The Forms of the Time in Arabic: Their Places in Use and Comparison with the Times in Turkish

Arapçada Zaman Kalıpları: Kullanım Alanları ve Türkçedeki Zamanlarla Karşılaştırılması

Author(s): Mehmet Ali Şimşek / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Arabic Language and Rhetoric; Arabic Verbs; Verbals; Tense Expressions; Turkish Tenses;

Time is a phenomenon interlinked with an act because an act must occur at a specific time. There are three foundational times in all languages. These are past, present, and future. The time of occurrence for a specific action is indicated in Arabic by the verb because it expresses the time of action. Verbs in Arabic get separated into three forms: the perfect, the imperfect, and the imperative, a version derived from the imperfect. The basis of the time system in Arabic is composed of these three forms. The perfect indicates the past, the imperfect indicates both the present and the future, and the imperative indicates the future time. These times expressed by verbs are morphological times which the verbs provide independent of any context. Time can also be expressed with forms other than verbs. These forms are the active participle, the passive participle, the verbal noun, and the infinitive. Time expressions of these forms occur when used within sentences. This is called syntactical time. Syntactical time can only be understood by looking at the whole sentence. Because the factor that expresses the tense, here, is the fluency of the sentence and the context of it, rather than the forms used. When associated with syntactical time, the perfect can refer to present tense and future tense. The same goes for the imperfect as well, it may refer to the past tense. The time indicated by the verbs and the other forms -which act as verbs- can be inferred with the knowledge of their either linguistic or situational con-text. Prepositions especially provide for these tense changes that occur in sentences. For example, the imperfect verb used with ﻢـْ ﻟَ and ﺎﻤﱠﻟَ indicates the past tense, and the perfect verb used with the conditional preposition نْإِ refers to the future tense. The imperfect verb; except for ﻢـْ ﻟَ and ﺎﻤﱠﻟَ , when it comes as meczum or as mansup, refers to past tense, and refers to future tense when it gets used as merfu. Therefore, to understand the tense of a sentence in Arabic one must recognize the prepositions in it. Apart from prepositions, which provide linguistic con-text, the expression of time can also be determined by the situation at the moment of utterance. The situational context, which we call hâlî karine, plays a major role in determining the tense expressed by verbs and nouns which get used instead of verbs. In the first part of our study, The Forms of the Time in Arabic, Their Places in Use and Comparison with the Times in Turkish, occurrences of the morphological and the syntactical times are observed along with their usage areas. In the second part, Arabic counterparts of Turkish Forms of time are given and compared. By doing so, it is aimed to make learning and teaching the forms of time, in Turkish and Arabic Languages, easier.

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The Style of Oath in the Qur’ānic Language

Kur’ân Dilinde Yemin Üslûbu

Author(s): Mehmet ÇALIŞKAN / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Tafsīr; Qur’ān; Qasam; Hilf; Style; Age of ignorance (Jahiliyyah); Mekkī; Madanī;

In this study, in particular, the subject of what qasams mean in the integrity of the Qur’ān is discussed in the context of the Surah.In the introduction of the fourpart study, the subject was examined in terms of scope and method. The first chapter focused on the sameness and difference of concepts such as qasam, oath and hilf within the conceptual framework. In the linguistic framework, the letters used for Qasam are explained; the oath with him (muqsamūn bih) and the answer to the oath (muqsamūn alayh). Again, in the first chapter “zahir” and “muzmar” were explained from the types of vows. In the second part of the study, the Qasam tradition in Arabic language and culture in the pre-Islamic period was examined. Among the subjects of the oath in ignorance are Allah, the Kaaba, idols, time and many natural beings. In the pre-Islamic period, poets, wizards, oracles, along with expressions of vows to obtain material benefits, said mysterious words that made people believe and turn to themselves. In particular, oracles left their oaths in mystery because they expressed what was sworn with them according to their beliefs and cultures but did not say the answer. In the third chapter, the forms of qasam in the Mekkī-Madanī Mekkī and Madanī surahs were compared, and in this context, it was found that the qasams in the Mekkī surahs are an example of open vows in general. In this chapter, it is also stated that Allah swears by his person and adjectives, as well as by oath to both observant and exchange beings. In this context, it has also been determined that the qasams in Madanī surahs constitute an example of closed oaths. It is certain that the oaths constitute an introduction to the answer to the oath, as well as noting that the matters that are sworn with it are important for people. Because vows are only completed and understood by their answers. An unanswered oath turns into an action that is unclear why it was sworn. In the third chapter, there are also related examples of those who are sworn in the Qur’ān in the style of “qath and those who constitute answers to the oath. In addition, examples of vows in Qur’ānic stories are also discussed in this section. In the fourth chapter the possible causes, goals, consequences of the bowl, and the oath of Allah were thinned, and in this chapter, the fiqh dimension of the bowl was also pointed out. Those who believe that Allah Most High will not swear by beings have suggested that this cannot be considered for Allah, since the oath aims to glorify only those who are sworn. Allah's oath to beings is to draw attention to the benefit and harm of the beings who are sworn. In addition, it means that Allah swears to different beings and swears to him over those beings. Because those who say that there is the word “Rab” at the beginning of the objects swore understood the oath to fig as “by the Rab of Tin”. As a result, it was concluded that the oath was a means of linguistic communication and interaction to inculcate trust and trust between people and societies from the beginning of its history. In the period of ignorance, people swore an oath to anything they considered sacred, while in the Islamic period it was requested that the oath be made only to Allah. During the Islamic period, provisions on oaths were made, they were asked not to swear unless necessary, and Muslims were not welcome to swear unnecessarily. In this context, a false oath was considered a great sin.

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Religious and Ethical Values in Example of Ten Works

On Temel Eser Örneğinde Dinî ve Ahlâkî Değerler

Author(s): Fatma Kurttekin / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Religious Education; Value; Religious Values; Ethical Values; 100 Basic Works; Turkey;

The fairy tales, lullabies, stories and novels, which are listened during childhood, affect not only our inner World but also our religious and ethical development. In this research, it is questioned that, whether the 100 Basic Works which was recommended by Ministry of Education in 2005 affect the children’s religious and ethical development and how these books interpret the religious and ethical values. In this research we tried to answer these questions briefly: how the religious and ethical values were explained in these books chosed from the 100 Basic Works, which of those values were placed in Religious Culture and Ethical Knowledge educational programme? Can this literature be used in educational of religious and ethical values? Can it be used in Religious Culture and Ethical Knowledge lessons? How these works affect the students’ religious and ethical education. In this research, some religious and ethical values were pointed with, the method of descriptive field search, then these values were interpretted. After that, the questionaires prepared basically from these Works, were applicated to 200 students who are at 1.class of different types of high schools. Then, students and teachers were interviewed and the findings have been analyzed with SPSS programs. Consequently, it was seen that the religious and ethical values were pointed intensely in these works. The students read then and are affected, but the students in Religious Culture and Ethical Knowledge have some mental conflicts because of that they see these works as literal works only. Besides that, we need the Works which explain these values by connecting them to our time without limitting them to a certain group of people or term, and which take the interests and needs of students into consideration.

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Data Search in Theological Researches: Databases – Libraries - Citation Indexes

İlahiyat Araştırmalarında Veri Taraması: Veri Tabanları – Kütüphaneler - Atıf Dizinleri

Author(s): Harun Bekiroğlu,Talip TUĞRUL / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Theology; Scientific Research Techniques; Research Methods; Databases and Indexes;

This study is aimed to introduce national and international databases which standout specifically in the Islamic sciences, libraries and digital media that identifies citation. Moreover, databases on citation are also included in the research. The literature review is one of the pillars of academic work. Nowadays, literature review is made mostly with databases in virtual environments that can be accessed via internet. There is not a single database which contains the literature of all disciplines of Islamic sciences in detail. It will be possible to reach a more comprehensive literature with multiple database searches. However, the upcoming developments show that databases will expand their scope day by day. In this context,classical sources, manuscripts, historical records, archives and registers, current studies (books, theses, articles), academic and popular magazines, visual materials(posters, postcards, stamps, etc.), audio and video records, newspapers, will be completely transferred to the digital media and made available to the users within the scope of these databases. Islamic sciences academia is rapidly digitalizing.Much electronic scientific software continues to develop. Our study is limited by the introduction of the databases which has been used frequently in Turkey Theology and Islamic Studies faculties. Especially it is aimed to introduce literature review and the websites that fresh postgraduates should see and know. In this study, relevant databases are introduced by obtaining introductory information from the official web sites of databases and libraries widely known in the Islamic sciences field. Moreover, the answers of the following questions were tried to be given and demonstrated in practice: “How to search for a thesis, article, and journal in a digital environment or database in the field of Theology? How is it found?Where is it located?” While demonstrating the application, database and the part of the library that needs attention has been confirmed with the screenshots of each directory.

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Big Bang and Creation

Big Bang ve Yaratılış

Author(s): Ahmet Mekin Kandemir / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Kalam; Creation; Big Bang Theory: Huduth; Kalam Cosmological Argument;

In this book, the issue that if the Big Bang theory supports the idea that creation from nothing is discusses in terms of huduth evidence (Kalam cosmological argument). In the first part of the study, the history of cosmology and science prior to the Big Bang theory, the basic premise of the theory, and the anti-Big Bang universe models have been studied in details. Accordingly, the universe began to form approximately 13.7 billion years ago from the endless dense, small and hot (singularity) state that with a sudden burst (opening = expansion). Einstein's theory of relativity, the continuing expansion of the universe (Hubble's Law), the discovery of the cosmic background microwave radiation, and determine quantities of substances in space are presented for this theory as the most powerful evidence. In the second part, the mutakallimun's (Muslim theologicans) huduth evidence has been examined and described in detail. This evidence not only endeavors to prove the existence of God; but also is a product of mutakallimun's efforts to understand and interpret the universe as whole...

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Suūdu’l-Mevlevī: His Life, Works and His Dīvān (Zādegān)

Suûdü’l-Mevlevî: Hayatõ, Eserleri ve Dîvânõ (Zâdegân)

Author(s): Necati İşler / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: 20th Century Dīvān Poetry; Mehmet Suūd Yavsi Ebussuutoglu; Suūdu’l-Mevlevī; Calligrapher; Dīvān Poet; Zādegān;

Suūdu’l-Mevlevī is a poet and calligrapher who witnessed the last period of the Ottoman Empire and the first years of the Republic of Turkey. In addition to his father’s contribution, Tahirü’l Mevlevī and the cultural environment of Istanbul contributedmuch to his literary capacity. He has also trained himself in calligraphy by taking lessons from the famous calligraphers of his age. Suūdu’l-Mevlevī working as clerk in the Dīvān for twenty years has also taught the calligraphy in madrasahs. He has officiated in Millet Library and Merkez Efendi Mosque. Suūdu’l-Mevlevī has fallowed a group of poetry aggregated under the name of “Encümen-i Şuara”. He has followed in footsteps of Yenişehirli Avnī, the powerful poet of this society. The only work of Suūdu’l-Mevlevī,aggregating all of his poems is Zādegān. He has used the penname of “Suūd” in almost all of his poems. Suūdu’l-Mevlevī has written many qasidah and ghazels. There are 806 poems in Zādegān. 389 of them is ghazels. His love for Mevlānā and Mesnevīis given special room in Zādegān.

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User’s Manual for Citavi Template for ISNAD Citation Style (2nd Edition)

İSNAD Atıf Sistemi 2. Edisyon Citavi Şablonu Kullanım Kılavuzu

Author(s): Osman Arpaçukuru / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Academic Writing; Literature Search Tools; Reference Management Tools; Citation; Citavi;

Citavi is a software that helps academicians in all processes, especially in the field of theology, in scientific research, and writing, from literature review to writing drafts of the research report (article, thesis, book) before the final revision. It differs from its peers with its features and tools that facilitate and accelerate research activities and processes and complete it with a solid weave. It fully supports many languages, including Arabic and Turkish, and offers error-free writing in these languages. It allows all kinds of date and page number entries to be written as written by the user. Citavi has brought together resource-reference management and information organization under the same roof. In this way, it has many features and useful tools such as creating bibliography and information slips, editing and changing the slips, dividing them into various categories, linking them to the chapters and headings shown in the table of contents of the research, and easily exporting them to a Word file. In this way, it transforms the time-consuming and tiring classical bibliography and information filing stage into an enjoyable and easily sustainable research process, thanks to its useful interface and advanced tools. In particular, the bibliography and information slips creation system will be welcomed by researchers with great pleasure and will be used with pleasure. Thanks to its features and tools, thesis, article, and book pre-edit drafts can be written directly in Citavi without the need for Word. Thus, the researcher can easily continue and complete his/her work directly through a single program without going back and forth between Citavi and Word applications. We wanted to ensure that researchers in our country benefit from this software, as it facilitates and accelerates the work of the researcher in almost all of the scientific research and writing processes in all fields, especially in the field of theology, and allows it to be built with a solid weave. For this purpose, a year ago, we presented the appropriate add-on for the ISNAD Citation System and the user guide to the use of researchers. Now, we are happy to present the same user manual to researchers as revised, supplemented, and visually improved.

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Turkish Symposium of Social Sciences – 2021: The Book of Abstracts

Türkiye Sosyal Bilimler Sempozyumu – 2021: Bildiri Özetleri Kitabı

Author(s): / Language(s): Turkish,English

Keywords: Social Sciences; Symposium; Turkey; Oku Okut Academy; Turkish Symposium of Social Sciences; Book of Abstracts;

Oku Okut Academy organizes the Turkish Symposium of Social Sciences to bring together professionals who continue their research in the field of Social Sciences and graduate students who continue their education in the field to enable the transfer of experience and strengthen interdisciplinary studies, and contribute to academic output. Applications to the symposium may be submitted in the fields of Archeology,Anthropology, Literature, Education, Philosophy, Philology,Law, Economics, Theology, Communication, Business, Architecture,Psychology, Art, Political Science, Social Work, Sociology, History,and International Relations. Applications are reviewed by the Symposium Scientific Committee and subjected to the evaluation of at least two referees. The summaries and full texts of accepted papers are brought to the readers by Oku Okut Publications as open access. This book contains the abstracts presented at the Turkish Symposium of Social Sciences held on August 28, 2021.

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The 2nd Turkish Symposium of Social Sciences: The Book of Abstracts

2. Türkiye Sosyal Bilimler Sempozyumu: Bildiri Özetleri Kitabı

Author(s): / Language(s): Turkish,English

Keywords: Social Sciences; Symposium; Turkey; Turkish Symposium of Social Sciences; AYBU; Okut Okut Association; Book of Proceedings;

The 2nd Turkey Social Sciences Symposium was held online on 27-31 August 2022 in cooperation with Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University and Oku Okut Association. The Symposium received 264 paper submissions. After the pre-review, these papers were reviewed by two reviewers from the related field of science. As a result of the peer review, 92 of the applications were accepted. The Symposium lasted five days, and scholars attended the Symposium from 50 different universities and institutions.The opening session of the Symposium focused on “The Present and Future of Social Sciences”. Answers were sought to the questions of what the disciplines of philosophy,sociology, history, law, and theology have said to the present and what they can say to the future by scholars in these fields. Presentations about more effective academic research and writing in the social sciences took place in the second session. After the opening sessions held a total 31 sessions. In these sessions, presentations were made in the fields of philosophy, sociology, theology, Turkish language, Arabic language, art history, music, political science, and international relations.The 2nd Turkish Symposium of Social Sciences: The Book of Abstracts contains Turkish and English abstracts of the papers presented at this Symposium. The full texts of some of the presented papers were published in the September 2022 issue as an article in the Journal of Tetkik: Turkish-Islamic Culture. Video recordings of the entire Symposium were made available on the symposium website.The branches of science within the scope of social sciences are disciplines that focus on understanding and gain more importance today, where the value of "data" is increasing daily. In these branches of science, data evaluation becomes a skill overtime with the transfer of experience. In this context, it is crucial to meet students who continue their postgraduate education with experts in a scientific event to provide an opportunity to transfer knowledge. The Social Sciences Symposium of Turkey was organized to bring together professionals and postgraduate students, enabling the transfer of experience, strengthening interdisciplinary communication and studies,and contributing to academic production, and the desired results were achieved. Hope to see you at the 3rd Turkey Social Sciences Symposium in 2023.

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Ismā‘īlīsm and Neoplatonism: The Case of Abū Ya‘kūb al-Sijistānī

İsmâilîlik ve Neoplatonizm: Ebû Ya‘kûb es-Sicistânî Örneği

Author(s): Yusuf Sansarkan / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Islam; Islamic Sects; Ismā‘īlīsm; Neoplatonism; Abū Ya‘qūb al-Sijistānī; Sijistānī; Plotinus; God; Cosmos;

This work deals with the Neoplatonic views of Abū Ya‘qūb al-Sijistānī in comparison with the thoughts of Plotinus. Al-Sijistānī living in the 4th/10th century, was one of the Khurāsān-Mā Warā’ al-Nahr dā‘īs of Ismā‘īlīsm. The region was in convenient condition for Ismā‘īlīs in such a way that the dā‘īs would spread their ideas and develop intellectual conceptions during the mentioned period. While the Ismā‘īlīs gained strength and got supported from some statesmen, al-Sijistānī inherited an essential legacy from dā‘īs such as Muḥammad Aḥmad al-Nasafī and Abū Ḥātim al-Rāzī. On the other hand, this period has been recorded in history as the period in which Ismā‘īlīsm experienced a philosophical conversion with Neoplatonic influences. The architects of this conversion are Nasafī and his pupil al-Sijistānī.Since the works of Nasafī cannot be founded, the traces of Neoplatonist Ismā‘īlīsmare followed through al-Sijistānī. This study aims to contribute to the efforts to unearth Neoplatonist effects in Ismā‘īlīsm. The work focusing on Neoplatonist components in al-Sijistānī's works is limited to God and cosmos ideas with intense influences from Plotinus. The study consists of an introduction and three parts. The first part of the introduction is allocated to the methodological framework; the subject of the work, its purpose, limits, method, and some terms used in the study are addressed. The literature review was done in this section. The second part of the introduction is allocated to the life of al-Sijistānī, his successor-predecessor dā‘īsand his works. In addition, Neoplatonist influences in al-Sijistānī's views were generally tried to be summarized in this part. The first chapter is allocated to al-Sijistānī's understanding of God. The author's views, which display an extreme example of tanzīh, have been compared with the similar opinions of Plotinus. The first half of this chapter focuses on the indefinability of God and the rejection of some concepts attributed to Him. It also deals with the dual tanzih, an unprecedented understanding of tanzih. The second half of the chapter examines some ideas and usage forms attributed to God in the context of al-Sijistānī and Plotinus’ views about God, although they consider God ineffable. The second chapter consists of God's relation to the cosmos, its creation, and the superlunary realm. The first part of this chapter is allocated to the comparing the emanation theory of Plotinus, who considers the cosmos eternal, and the view of the Amr,defended by al-Sijistānī, who states that the cosmos was created out of nothing. This section discusses the creation of the Intellect, the first being, and how Amr causedexistence in al-Sijistānī, who denies that God is the first cause, unlike Plotinus. The second part of the chapter examines the superlunary realm and the details of the Intellect and Soul which form the superlunary realm. This section elaborates on the essence of the Intellect, which is the most crucial point in al-Sijistānī's understanding of the cosmos, inclusivity, creativity, and marriage with the Soul. It also expands on that Soul received benefits from Intellect and managed the sublunary realm with the benefits. The third chapter of the work is allocated to the sublunary realm, its elements, and man, one of its elements. The first section mentions the movement and time that emerge from the matter, form and spheres which are the components of the sublunary realm, believed to be surrounded by spheres and started just on the border of the Soul. The second section addresses the human being called the miniature world by al-Sijistānī. In this context, the soul,which has an essential place in Plotinus and al-Sijistānī and provides man's relationship with the superlunary realm are discussed as well as Jadd, Fatḥ, and Khayāl, that Ismailis put in place of angels. The body of the work was completed with the nubuwwah, Ismā‘īlī period (dawr) understanding, imāmate, Qā‘im, and the abolition of sharīʿa although there is no equivalent in Plotinus. The study aiming to reveal the Neoplatonic influences in al-Sijistānī's works, concluded that the author was greatly influenced by the aforementioned philosophical school and reflected them in his works. Although al-Sijistānī, remained loyal to Plotinus in many aspects,such as the divisions of the cosmos, the hierarchy of emanation and the human soul,differed from him in the subject of creation out of nothing.

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How to write a book review?

Kitap Değerlendirmesi Nasıl Yazılır?

Author(s): Muammer İskenderoğlu / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Research methods; Scientific Writing Techniques; Book Review; Book Review Writing; Writing Guide;

This study aims to provide a guideline on how to write book reviews. For this purpose, the first chapter begins with a short terminological introduction and draws attention to the similarities and differences between book reviews and book criticism. It divides these writings into those written before and after the publication of the book. Then, it offers an answer to the question of why a book review needs to be written. It argues that the primary reason is a scholarly answer to the readers’ question of what should be read, to guide them through producing works worth reading or suggesting the work of other colleagues who produce such works by writing reviews of their work to contribute to them finding the place they deserve among the literature or criticising the poor-quality works. Finally, the work offers a guideline for howto write a book review. How to write an introductory paragraph, what needs to be included in the description and evaluation of the main sections, and how to write the conclusion. It is hoped that this guideline, together with the sample reviews given in the second chapter, will be useful for those who have just started their academic writing career.

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The Sociologist The Concept and Religion - 1

Bir Sosyolog Bir Kavram ve Din - 1

Author(s): / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Sociology; Sociology of Religion; Turkish Sociologists; Basic Concepts; Turkish Society;

This book discusses the works and important concepts of famous Turkish sociologists and illuminates the rich texture of Turkish society through their eyes. In this study, Erol Güngör's concept of cultural change; Ahmet Cevdet Paşa's views on history and society; Prince Sabahaddin's concept of liberalism and decentralization; Ziya Gökalp's understanding of Turkism and nationalism;Niyazi Berkes' perspective on modernization; Erol Güngör on the contemporary issues of Islam; Aliya İzzetbegovic on civilization; Orhan Türkdoğan on village sociology; Mübeccel Belik Kõray on urbanization and the buffer institution; Nilüfer Göle on non-Western modernity; Cemil Meriç's thoughts on civilization, hope and wisdom; Baykan Sezer's East-West dichotomy; Ünver Günay's process of Turkification and Islamization of Anatolia;Şerif Mardin's understanding of civil society, ideology and modernization; Mümtaz Turhan's cultural changes; Nilgün Çelebi's concept of socious; Korkut Tuna's concept of the Westernization of knowledge; Amiran Kurtkan Bilgiseven's processes of social change, making the reader think about thought,society and especially Turkish society and the interaction of these thoughts with religion. This book is a guide for anyone who wants to study the thoughts and concepts of Turkish sociologists in depth. Each author contributes to our understanding of the complexity and richness of Turkish society by addressing the intellectual heritage of the respective sociologist from a unique perspective. At the same time, it draws attention to the possibilities of developing a new sociological perspective based on our own social realities. The book is therefore a source of inspiration for anyone interested in exploring the key ideas and concepts of Turkish sociology.

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Gender Issues and the Family

Cinsiyet Sorunu ve Aile

Author(s): / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Homosexuality; Gender reassignment; LGBT; Family; Islamic Law;

Throughout the extensive chronicles of human existence, homosexuality and gender reassignment, which were until recently seen as marginal, individual phenomena and were considered perversions by mainstream medicine, have gradually gained social, legal, and medical recognition over the past five decades, primarily in Western societies. Currently, homosexuality has ceased to be a social phenomenon and has become a social movement. Moreover, individuals, organizations, and states that do not embrace this condition are under global pressure. Based on fundamental sociological knowledge, the family, which serves as the bedrock of society and plays a crucial role in imparting social norms to individuals, has faced persistent challenges such as unmarried partnerships, postponed marriages, childlessness, and rising divorce rates. The increasing prevalence of homosexuality has exacerbated the challenges faced by the institution of the family. Not only is there a lack of a traditional family structure, but social conventions are completely reversed. Religion is often regarded as a means to avert the impending social apocalypse that humanity has brought upon itself. However, Protestant churches in the Western world have increasingly succumbed to the influence of LGBT advocacy groups. Consequently, it has begun to endorse the prevailing circumstances from a religious standpoint, permitting the appointment of homosexual priests and the solemnization of same-sex marriages within the church. The remaining prominent religions worldwide, particularly the Catholic Church and Islam, are significantly influenced by the explicit or concealed actions of LGBT advocacy groups. Today in Turkey, a significant number of religious folks, particularly among the younger generation, perceive homosexuality as a matter of personal volition and contend that religion should not meddle in such matters. This study seeks to examine the aforementioned issue from both a theoretical and practical standpoint. The compilation comprises writings by scholars specializing in diverse disciplines, including psychology, education, sociology of religion, religious education, and Islamic law

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Religion and Leadership

Din ve Liderlik

Author(s): / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Religion; Islam; Qur’an; Prophet; Leadership; Religious Leadership;

The Turkish term “lider” is derived from the English word “leader”, which denotes the concept of leading or advancing. This term has been adopted into Turkish with a similar meaning. In Turkish usage, the term “lider” often implies the concept of “önder” (guide), and similarly, “liderlik” is associated with “önderlik” (guidance). The introduction of various adjectives has expanded and diversified the application of the term. For example, terms such as religious leader, political leader, community leader, transformational leader, and charismatic leader illustrate this broad usage. In the context of the “Religion and Leadership Workshop” organized by the Qur’an Research Foundation (KURAV), the term “lider” should primarily be interpreted as referring to a “religious leader” or a “leader in religion”. However, it is important to recognize that a religious leader may also exhibit social, cultural, charismatic, and transformative attributes, thereby integrating aspects of political, social, or charismatic leadership. The ideal framework for such a leadership, as exemplified by prophets, represents an aspirational model, though real-life leaders may vary in their alignment with this ideal. This dimension of leadership is also explored in our workshop through papers, discussions, and contributions when they touch on the realities and contemporary situations. The Religion and Leadership Workshop features four principal papers, including an inaugural conference, and the final volume of proceedings encompasses a total of five papers. These are Yalçın Akdoğan’s “Religion and Leadership” (Inaugural Conference); Yusuf Şevki Yavuz’s “Leadership in the Qur’an”; Adem Apak’s “Muhammad (pbuh) and His Leadership”; Bayram Ali Çetinkaya’s “Turkey-Centered Politics in Contemporary Islamic Thought and Leadership Quests”, and Mehmet Ali Büyükkara’s “Religious Leadership in Turkey”. In addition to these papers, brief discussions contributed by Adnan Demircan, Ahmet Yaman, Bünyamin Erul, Yusuf Şevki Yavuz, and Cağfer Karadaş provide further insights. The workshop is also enriched by individual assessments from participants, including Mustafa Gencer’s “Ottoman Modernization in the Tanzimat and Meşrutiyet Periods”; Mustafa Tekin’s “Religion in Leadership and Leadership in Religion”, and Şaban Ali Düzgün’s “Process Analysis of Modernization from the Ottoman Empire to the Turkish Republic”. These contributions collectively offer valuable perspectives and enhance the scholarly discourse of the event.

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The 3rd Turkish Symposium of Social Sciences The Book of Abstracts

3. Türkiye Sosyal Bilimler Sempozyumu Bildiri Özetleri Kitabı

Author(s): / Language(s): Turkish,English

Keywords: Social Sciences; Turkey; Symposium; Turkish Social Sciences Symposium; Oku Okut Association;

Türkiye Sosyal Bilimler Sempozyumu, Sosyal Bilimler alanında profesyoneller ile lisansüstü öğrencileri bir araya getirerek tecrübe aktarımına imkân sağlamak, disiplinler arası iletişimi ve çalışmaları güçlendirmek ve akademik üretime katkı sağlamak amacıyla Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt Üniversitesi ile Oku Okut Derneği iş birliğinde düzenlenen ulusal bilimsel bir etkinliktir. 3. Türkiye Sosyal Bilimler Sempozyumu, 26-31 Ağustos 2023 tarihlerinde çevrim içi olarak gerçekleştirilmiştir. Sempozyumda; Bilgi ve Belge Yönetimi, Edebiyat, Eğitim, Felsefe, Hukuk, İlahiyat, Psikoloji, Sosyoloji ve Tarih alanlarında hazırlanan bildiriler sunulmuştur. Bu kitap sempozyumda sunulan bildirilerin Türkçe ve İngilizce özetlerini içermektedir.

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Islamic Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Islamic Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Author(s): Metin Çınaroğlu / Language(s): English

Keywords: Islam; Islamic Psychotherapy; Islamic Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (ICBT);

This seminal work presents an innovative therapeutic model that seamlessly blends the established techniques of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with the rich spiritual and ethical traditions of Islam. Across twelve insightful chapters, the book meticulously outlines the foundational principles of CBT, its historical evolution, and the ways in which Islamic teachings can enhance and inform therapeutic practice for Muslim patients. Beginning with a deep dive into the core concepts of CBT, the book elucidates the definition, methodology, and practical application of this evidence-based therapy. It traces the philosophical roots of CBT, highlighting the contributions of key figures in the field and charting the development of various CBT approaches that have shaped contemporary practice. This historical context sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of Islamic perspectives on mental health, where the book examines the congruence of Islamic teachings with psychological principles.The second chapter is dedicated to the integration of Islamic concepts with mental well-being, offering a historical overview and a discussion of core principles. It presents a nuanced analysis of Quranic verses and Hadiths concerning psychological health, placing them in dialogue with Western psychological models. This is followed by an examination of the contributions of Islamic philosophy to psychology, the role of spiritual practices in promoting mental health, and the unique approaches Islam offers for coping with stress and mental health issues. The book also addresses the vital role of Islamic religious scholars in mental health support, paving the way for a future where Islamic psychology aligns with global mental health efforts and education.The heart of the book lies in its practical application. The third chapter details the ethical and practical considerations of integrating Islamic principles into CBT, from adapting CBT models with Islamic teachings to tailoring therapy to individual needs. It introduces manualized therapy protocols that provide a step-by-step guide for therapists, ensuring consistency in therapy while being responsive to the patient’s evolving needs. This section is crucial for practitioners, offering detailed strategies for cognitive restructuring, behavioral interventions, and problem-solving, all through an Islamic lens.In addressing the therapeutic relationship, the book underscores the importance of building rapport and trust, exploring the competencies required for therapists to navigate the dual roles they may play in the therapeutic setting. Ethical and professional issues such as informed consent, confidentiality, and the challenges of ethical navigation in therapy are examined in depth, ensuring that practitioners uphold the highest standards of professional conduct.Research and evaluation in Islamic-modified CBT are critical for its ongoing development and credibility. The book discusses outcome measurement, quality control, and the importance of identifying gaps in current research to advance the field. Training and supervision for practitioners are also covered, highlighting the need for rigorous training requirements and models to equip therapists with the necessary skills and knowledge.The book does not shy away from the challenges and limitations faced in practice, providing strategies for addressing common obstacles and ensuring the therapy remains effective and culturally sensitive. It concludes with a visionary chapter on future directions, emphasizing the need to expand the reach and practice of Islamic-modified CBT to better serve Muslim communities globally.In conclusion, this book is a trailblazing text that offers mental health professionals a comprehensive framework for incorporating Islamic teachings into CBT. It stands as a testament to the potential for psychological healing that honors both the empirical rigor of CBT and the spiritual richness of Islam, offering a model of therapy that is both innovative and deeply respectful of the cultural and religious backgrounds of Muslim patients. With its scholarly depth and practical guidance, the book promises to be an invaluable resource for advancing mental health care in diverse Muslim populations, encouraging a holistic approach that nurtures the mind, body, and soul.

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Māturīdī’s Approach to Faith-themed Parables

Mâtürîdî’nin İnanç Temalı Kıssalara Yaklaşımı

Author(s): Mücahit Kılınç / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Kalām; Māturīdism; Māturīdī; Parable; Faith-Themed Parable; Prophet Mūsā - Pious Servant; Hārūt - Mārūt; Hazrat Maryam;

In this study, Māturīdī’s interpretation of the parable and his approach to faith-themed parables in particular the parables of ‘Prophet Mūsā and The Pious Servant’, ‘Hārūt and Mārūt’ and ‘Hazrat Maryam’ were examined. In the study, it is aimed to determine how Māturīdī analyzes faith-themed parables. In the introduction part of the study, which consists of an introduction and two main parts, information is given about the subject, importance, purpose, method and sources of the research. In the first part, topics such as the concept of parable, the historical reality of parables, and repetition in parables are discussed in order to reveal Māturīdī’s approach to the parables of the Qur’ān. In the second part, his theological approach to the parables of ‘Prophet Mūsā and Pious Servant’, ‘Hārūt and Mārūt’ and ‘Hazrat Maryam’ is examined in detail. As a result of the study, it has been determined that Māturīdī used parables as a source on matters of faith. In addition, it has been concluded that the theological explanations he made are compatible with the kalām system. In the interpretation of the parable of Prophet Mūsā - Pious Servant, he emphasized the attribute of knowledge of Allāh. While explaining the parable of Hārūt - Mārūt, he discussed the ontological reality of magic. In the parable of Hazrat Maryam, he touched on the subject of karāmāt by emphasizing tawḥīd.

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Shams al-Dīn al-Samarqandī’s Theory of the Soul in the Interaction of Islamic Theology Islamic Philosophy and Sufism

Kelâm İslam Felsefesi ve Tasavvuf Kesişiminde Şemseddin Semerkandî’nin Nefs Teorisi

Author(s): Ömer Ergül / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Shams al-Dīn al-Samarqandī; Avicenna; Fakhr al-Dīn al-Rāzī; Islamic Theology; Islamic Philosophy; Sufism; Soul; Theory of the Soul;

This study examines how Muhammad b. Ashraf al-Samarqandī deals with the classical theological theory asserting that the soul is a obscure body. The theory of the soul by Samarqandī represents a resistance against the abstract theory of the soul that began with Rāghib al-Isfahanī and al-Ghazalī and became widespread in later theological discourse. Another aspect of Samarqandī’s theory of the soul is his ability to blend certain elements of the abstract soul theory with the theory of obscure body. The theory of the soul by Samarqandī has emerged in the context of debates shaped by Fakhr al-Dīn al-Rāzī’s theory of the abstract soul and his criticisms regarding related issues. In this context, the study aims to elucidate the ground upon which al-Rāzī problematized issues related to the theory of the soul and to uncover the accumulation produced by Samarqandī on this basis. In this research, it has been observed that Samarqandī developed his system by reinforcing it with the following aspects, which are extensions of the concept of the abstract soul theory: bodily and spiritual perfection, distinction between sensory and rational perception, the view of internal senses located in the brain, and details regarding theoretical-practical intellect distinction. Furthermore, Samarqandī integrated Sufi elements related to asceticism and spiritual discipline into the theory in the context of the soul’s perfection. He accepts situations such as miracles and karamat as outcomes of spiritual attainment and endeavors to explain them on a rational basis as ordinary occurrences. It has been determined that Avicenna’s work, al-Isharat wa al-Tanbihat, holds a significant place at the core of Samarqandī’s synthesis attempt. On the other hand, it has been concluded that Samarqandī maintains general theological principles such as there is no eternal and abstract entity besides Allah, Allah is the agent who accomplishes His acts through His will, there is no necessary causality in the world, and the afterlife existence will involve a corporeal life in the unity of soul and body.

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A Guide to Philosophy and Religious Studies

Felsefe ve Din Bilimleri Rehberi

Author(s): / Language(s): Turkish

Keywords: Islam; Religion; Philosophy; Religious Studies; Theology; Religious Education; Philosophy of Religion; Psychology of Religion; Sociology of Religion; History of Religions; History of Philosophy; Islamic Philosophy; Logic;

Philosophy and Religious Studies, one of the three main departments within the Islamic Sciences and Theology faculties, investigates the phenomenon of religion through the lens of humanities disciplines such as history, sociology, logic, psychology, philosophy, and education. Situated at the intersection of theology and the humanities, the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies plays a significant role in the internationalization of theology education. Concurrently, these disciplines serve as intermediaries in contextualizing Islamic Sciences within contemporary understanding. The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies generates data on contentious contemporary issues such as artificial intelligence, transhumanism, migration, and conflict resolution, thereby elucidating the intellectual background of these issues and providing theoretical insights through empirical research. Within this framework, the study addresses the incorporation of courses offered by the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, presenting them aligned with the project's objectives. The study aims to introduce the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, elucidating its content, functions, and outcomes, to foster critical thinking and analytical skills among students through philosophical education, facilitating a deeper comprehension of diverse aspects of religion, and delineating the disparities and connections between philosophy of religion and religious sciences. Furthermore, the study seeks to enable students to assess the logical and philosophical dimensions of various religions and belief systems, while also contributing to theological education by highlighting the unique fields of study and values inherent in Philosophy and Religious Studies. Ultimately, the study endeavors to facilitate the international integration of the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies and its adaptation to contemporary needs within theological education. The research is predicated on the premise that Philosophy and Religious Studies should to be more inadequately introduced to students, particularly at the secondary school level, despite their increasing relevance in light of evolving global agendas. As a result of the analyses conducted, insights have been gleaned regarding the content, functioning, outcomes, fields of study, and methodologies of departmental courses. Consequently, this book aims to introduce the field of Philosophy and Religious Studies to students from high school to graduate levels, guiding new researchers, and offering ideas and direction to advisors and students regarding potential areas of study. Covering a broad research area alongside its departments, this book will guide prospective theology students, current departmental students, and those seeking graduate education within this discipline. In alignment with the stated objectives, the study will conclude by compiling chapters contributed by lecturers from diverse disciplines. Employing a quantitative research method and documentation technique, the study has gathered data from articles, books, field research, and lecturers’ experiencies. Detailed accounts of sub-units of Philosophy and Religious Studies, such as the History of Religions, Sociology of Religion, Psychology of Religion, Philosophy of Religion, Religious Education, Islamic Philosophy, Logic, and History of Philosophy, are provided, covering aspects such as history, methodologies, research topics, notable figures, fundamental resources, graduate education, academic journals, interdepartmental relations, and international collaborations. Each completed chapter has been peer-reviewed by relevant department lecturers using blind refereeing principles, with necessary corrections implemented by the authors. The book encompasses eight departments, delving beyond superficial analysis to address foundational issues within each department. Additionally, each chapter includes recommended readings and films. This study asserts itself as a potential textbook for introducing Philosophy and Religious Studies as an elective course in Imam Hatip high schools. It can also serve as an elective textbook for first-year undergraduate programs.

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