Introduction to History

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What is history often referred to as?

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The 'queen' or 'mother' of the social sciences.

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What does the Greek word 'historia' mean?

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Information or an enquiry designed to elicit truth.

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According to Asa Briggs, what does the past refer to?

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Every aspect of human activities starting from the beginning of recorded time up to what can be read in today’s newspaper.

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What is E.H. Carr's definition of history?

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A continuous process of interaction between the historian and his facts, an unending dialogue between the present and the past.

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What does the term 'Tarikh' linguistically mean?

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Indication of time, a known and delimited time-section divided into years, months, days, and hours.

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What is the significance of studying history according to Donald W. Whisenhunt?

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It gives us identity as individuals or groups and helps us understand current events.

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What are the two inseparable elements that history must consist of?

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Facts and interpretation of facts.

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What is the importance of history for Muslims?

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To seek knowledge on history is part of ibadah, to learn from past nations, and to understand the present problems.

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What does the Quran teach about the study of history?

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It encourages learning from past examples and understanding the consequences of actions.

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What is the role of historians according to the text?

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Historians study and research past events, collect sources, and interpret historical data.