Maniraj Sukdaven
Biographic Data
| ID | 6795326 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Maniraj Sukdaven |
| GIVEN NAMES | Maniraj |
| FAMILY NAME | Sukdaven |
| SIGNATURE | SUKDAVEN M |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Pretoria |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-8693-8961 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 6 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 6 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2017 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2024 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
The interrelatedness between the Nama Khoikhoi supreme being and celestial objects
The assumption among Europeans that the Khoikhoi indigenous people of southern Africa had little to no religious beliefs is evident throughout historical documents. However, if the Khoikhoi were regarded as having any religious beliefs, it was assumed that the moon or sun were objects of worship in the society. Contrary to this incorrect interpretation, this article uncovers the interrelatedness between these two celestial objects and the Supreme…
The influence of Islam on Zulu Muslims in KwaZulu-Natal
This article explores the influence of Islam among the Zulu Muslims in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). Although several studies focus on the history and experiences of the Asian diaspora or Asian Muslim community, there is a considerable lack of literature on the influence of Islam on the Zulu Muslims’ personal experiences beyond the conversion narratives. This study seeks to examine the impact of Islam on the cultural and religious identities of individual…
Theological progression in Muhammad’s preachings in Mecca and Medina
Using Haleem’s hypothesis on the context of revelation and Wright’s progressive revelation theory as theoretical frameworks, this paper examines the theological differences in Muhammad’s messages in Mecca and Medina and argues that the theological progression shows how context influences Muhammad’s reception, understanding and application of revelations. Also, the paper examined the implications of Muhammad’s theological advancements for some con…
Causes of incestuous rape in Zimbabwe
This article unveils the causes of incestuous rape in the Epworth community of Zimbabwe. It was premised on a feminist theoretical framework which was applied in light of the perspectives of African Christians, Shona indigenous religious people, and Shona culture. The research hopes to serve as a resource for victims of incestuous rape, scholars, religious leaders, community leaders, the government, those who sympathetically seek to support inces…
Application of themes from Al-Mawwaq’s work in reforming the Deoband curriculum in Islamic education in the South African Darul Ulooms
Historically, most Darul Ulooms in South Africa have been modelled along the curriculum of Darul Uloom Deoband in India, which was established in 1866, and there is a need for reforming the curriculum in a world that has evolved over time. In recent years, the role of the Darul Uloom has become more crucial as more students, both nationally and internationally, are now studying at the South African Darul Ulooms. This research article aims to prop…
Is Dhul Qarnayn, Alexander the Great? Reflecting on Muhammad Rāghib al–Ṭabbākh s contribution on a translated manuscript discovered in Timbuktu on Dul Qarnayn
This article emanates from a manuscript found in Timbuktu and digitised. The digitised version was subsequently translated by a team of translators and published as a book: Qissat Dhul Qarnayn [Tale of the two-horned one]. The most important question raised in reading this manuscript was the identity of Dhul Qarnayn. Subsequently to this manuscript being published as a book, a book written by Muḥammad Rāghib al-Ṭabbākh in 1949 in Arabic was exami…
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Is Dhul Qarnayn, Alexander the Great? Reflecting on Muhammad Rāghib al–Ṭabbākh s contribution on a translated manuscript discovered in Timbuktu on Dul Qarnayn
This article emanates from a manuscript found in Timbuktu and digitised. The digitised version was subsequently translated by a team of translators and published as a book: Qissat Dhul Qarnayn [Tale of the two-horned one]. The most important question raised in reading this manuscript was the identity of Dhul Qarnayn. Subsequently to this manuscript being published as a book, a book written by Muḥammad Rāghib al-Ṭabbākh in 1949 in Arabic was exami…
Application of themes from Al-Mawwaq’s work in reforming the Deoband curriculum in Islamic education in the South African Darul Ulooms
Historically, most Darul Ulooms in South Africa have been modelled along the curriculum of Darul Uloom Deoband in India, which was established in 1866, and there is a need for reforming the curriculum in a world that has evolved over time. In recent years, the role of the Darul Uloom has become more crucial as more students, both nationally and internationally, are now studying at the South African Darul Ulooms. This research article aims to prop…
Causes of incestuous rape in Zimbabwe
This article unveils the causes of incestuous rape in the Epworth community of Zimbabwe. It was premised on a feminist theoretical framework which was applied in light of the perspectives of African Christians, Shona indigenous religious people, and Shona culture. The research hopes to serve as a resource for victims of incestuous rape, scholars, religious leaders, community leaders, the government, those who sympathetically seek to support inces…
The interrelatedness between the Nama Khoikhoi supreme being and celestial objects
The assumption among Europeans that the Khoikhoi indigenous people of southern Africa had little to no religious beliefs is evident throughout historical documents. However, if the Khoikhoi were regarded as having any religious beliefs, it was assumed that the moon or sun were objects of worship in the society. Contrary to this incorrect interpretation, this article uncovers the interrelatedness between these two celestial objects and the Supreme…
The influence of Islam on Zulu Muslims in KwaZulu-Natal
This article explores the influence of Islam among the Zulu Muslims in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). Although several studies focus on the history and experiences of the Asian diaspora or Asian Muslim community, there is a considerable lack of literature on the influence of Islam on the Zulu Muslims’ personal experiences beyond the conversion narratives. This study seeks to examine the impact of Islam on the cultural and religious identities of individual…
Theological progression in Muhammad’s preachings in Mecca and Medina
Using Haleem’s hypothesis on the context of revelation and Wright’s progressive revelation theory as theoretical frameworks, this paper examines the theological differences in Muhammad’s messages in Mecca and Medina and argues that the theological progression shows how context influences Muhammad’s reception, understanding and application of revelations. Also, the paper examined the implications of Muhammad’s theological advancements for some con…
Islam (3 works) · Philosophy (3 works) · Sociology (3 works) · Archaeology (2 works) · Education and Islamic Studies (2 works) · Geography (2 works) · History (2 works) · Philosophy (2 works) · Theology (2 works) · Aesthetics (1 work)