A theological position or religious tradition emphasizing monotheistic belief and the rejection of idolatry, particularly in early Islamic thought.
From hanif + -ism (the suffix indicating a doctrine, practice, or belief system); developed in Islamic theological discourse to describe a specific faith orientation.
Hanifism bridges pre-Islamic and Islamic history—it allowed Islamic scholars to claim continuity with earlier Middle Eastern monotheists like Abraham, making Islam feel like a restoration rather than a new religion.
Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.