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Papers by Emmanuel Ukpebor

Research paper thumbnail of Islam and Religious Switching: An Assessment of the Factors of Religious Mobility in Edo State, Nigeria

Fahsanu Journal, Sep 27, 2018

Research paper thumbnail of Islam and Homosexuality Debate pdf

Research paper thumbnail of An Assessment of the Evolution of Hadith as the Second Source of Islamic Jurisprudence

IRORO: Journal of Arts, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, 2015

This article examines the development of the Prophetic tradition (hadith) that forms the second s... more This article examines the development of the Prophetic tradition (hadith) that forms the second source of Islamic thought. Prophetic tradition refers to the sayings and deeds of Prophet Muhammad together with the actions done by another person which he did not condemn. The work adopts the historical and analytical methodology to find out the collection and subsequent compilation of the hadith through four stages before the authentic collections were made by al-Bukhari and Imam Muslim which are regarded today as the two most authentic and reliable books of hadith that supplement the Quran as the source of Islamic Jurisprudence. The paper concludes with the principles of accepting a hadith through the transmitter (Rawi) who must be firm in faith with proven integrity and vast in prophetic tradition.

Research paper thumbnail of Islamic Feminism An Approach to Empower Muslim Women

EPHA: Ekpoma Journal of Religious Studies, 2012

Feminist movement is a tropical issue in recent times owning to the agitation that women have not... more Feminist movement is a tropical issue in recent times owning to the agitation that women have not been given due recognition for the contribution they make towards the growth and development of the society. This paper explores the Islamic feminist movements in their quest for the advancement of the rights of women as stipulated in the Quran. The work employs the descriptive and analytical methods to find out that the approach of Islamic feminism is towards the empowerment of Muslim women.

Research paper thumbnail of An Assessment of the Evolution of Hadith as the Second Source of Islamic Jurisprudence

Research paper thumbnail of The Importance of Islamic Studies for the Formation of the Catholic Priesthood in Nigeria

Journal of Religious & Theological Information, 2021

Multiplicity defines the features of the the Nigerian State. This paper examines the role of Isla... more Multiplicity defines the features of the the Nigerian State. This paper examines the role of Islam in the training of Catholic priests in Nigeria. The work employs the historical, analytical and evaluative methods to examine the transformative stages of Islam from its inception and the challenges its poses to the Christian evangelical mission in Nigeria. The findings reveal that Islam, which arrived through commercial activities, has become a powerful influence in Nigerian society. It exercises a dynamic influence on the spiritual formation of Catholic priests and provides strategies for their mission in the country. The paper recommends a commitment to interreligious dialogue by the Catholic and cooperation with Islamic citizens. This commitment and cooperation should be embedded in the curriculum of Nigeria’s Catholic seminaries.

Research paper thumbnail of Ethics of Reflexive Spirituality : The Question of Hijaab

This paper examines Islamic ethical teachings on modesty and decency through the instrumentality ... more This paper examines Islamic ethical teachings on modesty and decency through the instrumentality of Hijaab for Muslim women. The aim is to reconceptualize religious ethical teachings which provide a moral platform that enhances societal growth and development. Adopting the analytical, descriptive and evaluative methodology, the paper reveals that Hijaab dress is a reflection of modesty and decency in dress pattern and attitude which reflexes spirituality on both genders. It states further that the ethic of decency through the wearing of Hijaab enhances restraint from emotional sexual thought that could lead to promiscuity, sexual harassment and rape. The work recommends concerted effort towards the teachings and re-emphasizing of Islamic religious ethics which help to reduce moral laxity in the society. For a society with high scientific and technological development without corresponding moral values emphasis and adherence is doomed for destruction. The paper finally summits that a...

Research paper thumbnail of ISLAMIC FEMINISM: AN APPROACH TO EMPOWER MUSLIM WOMEN

Research paper thumbnail of THE NON-VIOLENCE PATTERN OF RELIGIOUS INTERACTION IN AUCHI-EDO STATE

This work examines the pattern of religious interaction in Auchi community of Edo State in Nigeri... more This work examines the pattern of religious interaction in Auchi community of Edo State in Nigeria. The work adopts historical and descriptive methodology to explore the founding of Auchi community and the early penetration of Islam through the invasion of the Nupe traders in the early 19 th century. Though the Nupes did not directly Islamize the people, the acceptance of Islam came after the abolition of the slave raiding through the effort of Muslim clerics and the support and cooperation of the Otaru, the traditional ruler of the community. It was discovered in the course of the work that in spite of the late entering of the Christian missionaries into the community, the interaction of both faiths has been on the bases of mutual cooperation and tolerance. The reason is attributed to the understanding of the teaching of both religions on the oneness of humanity which the leaders enjoin on their followers and the absence of militant groups. The work concludes by recommending the Auchi pattern of religious interaction as a model for communities experiencing religious tension.

Research paper thumbnail of Religious Overview of Post Election in Nigeria: Challenges for National Development

The aim of this paper is to explore post-election violence in Nigeria and the role religion plays... more The aim of this paper is to explore post-election violence in Nigeria and the role religion plays in Nigeria"s political processes especially during electoral processes. The work adopts the historical methodology to analyze the profound influence of religion in shaping the character of partisan politics in Nigeria and finds that politics in Nigeria has always been based on ethnic and religious considerations. Moreover, Nigerian politicians exploit the emotive power of religion in their quests for electoral offices. This leads to conflict resulting in violent destruction of lives and property. This unpleasant situation poses grave challenges to the development of the country as both local and international investors do not commit their resources investing in an unsafe environment. The paper recommends political education through sensitization and effective security measures to check violence. It concludes that politicians should put national interest above personal gains by accepting the outcome of election results so as to enhance and sustain developmental strides in Nigeria.

Research paper thumbnail of Islam and Religious Switching: An Assessment of the Factors of Religious Mobility in Edo State, Nigeria

Fahsanu Journal, Sep 27, 2018

Research paper thumbnail of Islam and Homosexuality Debate pdf

Research paper thumbnail of An Assessment of the Evolution of Hadith as the Second Source of Islamic Jurisprudence

IRORO: Journal of Arts, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, 2015

This article examines the development of the Prophetic tradition (hadith) that forms the second s... more This article examines the development of the Prophetic tradition (hadith) that forms the second source of Islamic thought. Prophetic tradition refers to the sayings and deeds of Prophet Muhammad together with the actions done by another person which he did not condemn. The work adopts the historical and analytical methodology to find out the collection and subsequent compilation of the hadith through four stages before the authentic collections were made by al-Bukhari and Imam Muslim which are regarded today as the two most authentic and reliable books of hadith that supplement the Quran as the source of Islamic Jurisprudence. The paper concludes with the principles of accepting a hadith through the transmitter (Rawi) who must be firm in faith with proven integrity and vast in prophetic tradition.

Research paper thumbnail of Islamic Feminism An Approach to Empower Muslim Women

EPHA: Ekpoma Journal of Religious Studies, 2012

Feminist movement is a tropical issue in recent times owning to the agitation that women have not... more Feminist movement is a tropical issue in recent times owning to the agitation that women have not been given due recognition for the contribution they make towards the growth and development of the society. This paper explores the Islamic feminist movements in their quest for the advancement of the rights of women as stipulated in the Quran. The work employs the descriptive and analytical methods to find out that the approach of Islamic feminism is towards the empowerment of Muslim women.

Research paper thumbnail of An Assessment of the Evolution of Hadith as the Second Source of Islamic Jurisprudence

Research paper thumbnail of The Importance of Islamic Studies for the Formation of the Catholic Priesthood in Nigeria

Journal of Religious & Theological Information, 2021

Multiplicity defines the features of the the Nigerian State. This paper examines the role of Isla... more Multiplicity defines the features of the the Nigerian State. This paper examines the role of Islam in the training of Catholic priests in Nigeria. The work employs the historical, analytical and evaluative methods to examine the transformative stages of Islam from its inception and the challenges its poses to the Christian evangelical mission in Nigeria. The findings reveal that Islam, which arrived through commercial activities, has become a powerful influence in Nigerian society. It exercises a dynamic influence on the spiritual formation of Catholic priests and provides strategies for their mission in the country. The paper recommends a commitment to interreligious dialogue by the Catholic and cooperation with Islamic citizens. This commitment and cooperation should be embedded in the curriculum of Nigeria’s Catholic seminaries.

Research paper thumbnail of Ethics of Reflexive Spirituality : The Question of Hijaab

This paper examines Islamic ethical teachings on modesty and decency through the instrumentality ... more This paper examines Islamic ethical teachings on modesty and decency through the instrumentality of Hijaab for Muslim women. The aim is to reconceptualize religious ethical teachings which provide a moral platform that enhances societal growth and development. Adopting the analytical, descriptive and evaluative methodology, the paper reveals that Hijaab dress is a reflection of modesty and decency in dress pattern and attitude which reflexes spirituality on both genders. It states further that the ethic of decency through the wearing of Hijaab enhances restraint from emotional sexual thought that could lead to promiscuity, sexual harassment and rape. The work recommends concerted effort towards the teachings and re-emphasizing of Islamic religious ethics which help to reduce moral laxity in the society. For a society with high scientific and technological development without corresponding moral values emphasis and adherence is doomed for destruction. The paper finally summits that a...

Research paper thumbnail of ISLAMIC FEMINISM: AN APPROACH TO EMPOWER MUSLIM WOMEN

Research paper thumbnail of THE NON-VIOLENCE PATTERN OF RELIGIOUS INTERACTION IN AUCHI-EDO STATE

This work examines the pattern of religious interaction in Auchi community of Edo State in Nigeri... more This work examines the pattern of religious interaction in Auchi community of Edo State in Nigeria. The work adopts historical and descriptive methodology to explore the founding of Auchi community and the early penetration of Islam through the invasion of the Nupe traders in the early 19 th century. Though the Nupes did not directly Islamize the people, the acceptance of Islam came after the abolition of the slave raiding through the effort of Muslim clerics and the support and cooperation of the Otaru, the traditional ruler of the community. It was discovered in the course of the work that in spite of the late entering of the Christian missionaries into the community, the interaction of both faiths has been on the bases of mutual cooperation and tolerance. The reason is attributed to the understanding of the teaching of both religions on the oneness of humanity which the leaders enjoin on their followers and the absence of militant groups. The work concludes by recommending the Auchi pattern of religious interaction as a model for communities experiencing religious tension.

Research paper thumbnail of Religious Overview of Post Election in Nigeria: Challenges for National Development

The aim of this paper is to explore post-election violence in Nigeria and the role religion plays... more The aim of this paper is to explore post-election violence in Nigeria and the role religion plays in Nigeria"s political processes especially during electoral processes. The work adopts the historical methodology to analyze the profound influence of religion in shaping the character of partisan politics in Nigeria and finds that politics in Nigeria has always been based on ethnic and religious considerations. Moreover, Nigerian politicians exploit the emotive power of religion in their quests for electoral offices. This leads to conflict resulting in violent destruction of lives and property. This unpleasant situation poses grave challenges to the development of the country as both local and international investors do not commit their resources investing in an unsafe environment. The paper recommends political education through sensitization and effective security measures to check violence. It concludes that politicians should put national interest above personal gains by accepting the outcome of election results so as to enhance and sustain developmental strides in Nigeria.