Hujja
Dublin Core
Title
Hujja
Subject
Arabic word that means "proof" in regards to religious and political authority
Description
In the realm of Islamic politics, the term hujja assumes the role f embodying the essence of authoritative proof and legitimacy. Whe word signifies the compelling evidence essential for justifying political authority within an Islamic background.
Creator
Jonathan Berkey
Source
Berkey, Jonathan P. The Formation of Islam (Cambridge University Press, 2002)
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Date
600 CE
Type
Glossary Term
Citation
Jonathan Berkey, “Hujja,” Sean Brown, accessed November 15, 2026, https://coloradocollege.website/sb/items/show/22.