Mohyeddin

Mohyeddin (Persian:محی‌الدین, Arabic:محیی الدین) is a name of Islamic and Arabic origin, meaning "Reviver of Religion".^[1]^[2]^[3] It is used both as a name and as an honorific. Throughout history, this has been the name of many Islamic scholars, philosophers, and theologians. These scholars influenced Islamic history,^[4] philosophy, and Islamic thought.^[5]

One such person is Mohyeddin Ibn Arabi, a Muslim scholar from the 12th century in Andalusia, which is now part of Spain. Ibn Arabi is remembered for his teachings on Islamic spirituality, called Sufism. Many people refer to him as "the Great Sheikh," and his writings are still regarded as significant in the study of Islam today.

Etymology

The name Mohyeddin (Persian:محی‌الدین, Arabic:محیی الدین) is Arabic.^[6] It combines two words: Mohy (Persian:محي) (meaning “Reviver”) and Din (Persian:دین) (meaning “Religion” or “Faith”). So, Mohyeddin translates to “Reviver of the Faith” or “Reviver of Religion.^[7]^[8]” This name is often given to people who inspire others to follow Islam.

Mohyeddin as a personal name

In Islamic culture, the choice of a name is important, often reflecting family traditions, cultural values, and religious beliefs.^[2] Many parents choose the name Mohyeddin. The name blends the words Mohy, meaning "Reviver," and Din, meaning "Faith" or "Religion," resulting in the interpretation "Reviver of Faith."^[9]^[10]

Mohyeddin is popular as a first name for boys^[1] and also as a middle or family name among Muslims,^[9]^[11] especially in the Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia.^[12] It is found in many languages, including Arabic, Persian, Urdu, and Ottoman Turkish. Because of this spread across different regions, Mohyeddin has developed various spellings and pronunciations. Common variations include Mohieddin, Muhyiddin, Muhiyyuddin and Mohiuddin, which all carry the same meaning but reflect regional language influences.^[9]

The flexibility of the Arabic language^[13]^[14] allows for different forms and spellings of Mohyeddin to emerge in diverse Muslim communities. Variations may arise due to linguistic differences, historical influences, or local naming customs. For instance, one might encounter Mohieddin, Muhyiddin, or Mohiuddin as alternate forms of the name.^[15]

Combining the name with other names or titles

The name Mohyeddin is versatile and can be combined with religious titles and other names to create meaningful identities. For example, in Iran and other Persian-speaking regions, Mohyeddin is often paired with the religious title Seyed, forming the name Seyed Mohyeddin.

In history, the 12th-century Andalusian Muslim scholar and mystic, Ibn Arabi,^[16] is also known as Mohyeddin al-Arabi^[17] the 14th Sultan of Brunei, Muhyeddin ibni Abdul Jalilul Akbar,^[18] often referred to as Muhyiddin of Brunei,^[19] shows how Mohyeddin can be part of royal and noble names.

Mohyeddin in intellectual fields

The name Mohyeddin has been used by many scholars and writers who explored different areas of Islamic literature, philosophy, and theology.

One early figure is Mohyeddin Abu Saeed Muhammad Neishabouri^[20] (1083–1153), an Iranian jurist and writer known for his works Al-Intsaf fi Masael al-Khilaf and Al-Mohit fi Sharh al-Vasit.^[21] Later, Mohyeddin Muhammad,^[22] more famously known as Aurangzeb (1618–1707), became the sixth Mughal emperor of India and left a mark on the region's history.^[23]^[24]

Another prominent figure during the Islamic Golden Age was Muhyieddin al-Maghribi^[25](c. 1220–1283), a Spanish-born Arab astronomer and mathematician. He worked at the Maragheh observatory in the Ilkhanate,^[26] and contributed important works like The Book on the Theorem of Menelaus and Treatise on the Calculation of Sines.^[27] Additionally, Muhieddin Lari, a Persian writer who died in 1526, authored the book Futūḥ al-Ḥaramayn^[28]^[29], a significant work in Islamic literature.^[30]

Mohyeddin as a religious title

The designation of Mohyeddin as a title has a religious meaning in Islamic theology, related to tajdid ^[31], which means “renewal.” People with this title are recognized for their efforts to bring new life to the spiritual aspects of Islam. It shows their commitment to improving their faith and living righteous lives.^[32]

As a title, Mohyeddin suggests that the teachings of Islam can change and grow through the hard work of those who want to keep them alive and relevant for today's world.

Many important people in history have held the title Mohyeddin.^[33] Abu Abdullah Mohyeddin Muhammad,^[34] is a famous figure known as Ibn Arabi ^[35] (1165–1240). He was an Andalusian writer, poet, and Sufi mystic. Ibn Arabi traveled to many Islamic countries and wrote important works like The Meccan Illuminations (Al-Futūḥāt al-Makkiyya) and The Ringstones of Wisdom Fusus al-Hikam [ar].^[36]^[37] His writings are still influential in Islamic thought today.

People

It may refer to:

First name

Mohyeddin Haeri Shirazi, (1937–2017), Political activist and Iranian Shia Cleric
Muhyiddin Yassin, (born 1947), Diplomat and Malaysia's eighth Prime Minister
Mohyeldin Elzein, (1943–2007), Sudanese doctor in Fujairah Hospital, United Arab Emirates
Mohydeen Izzat Quandour, (1938–2023), Jordanian author and television producer
Muhyiddin Mehdi, (born 1955), Politician and writer, Afghanistan
Mohieddin Fikini, (1925–1994), Diplomat and Libyan Prime Minister
Mohiuddin Maseed, (1863–1913), Pashtun freedom fighter
Muhiuddin Muhammad Alamgir I, (1618-1707) Emperor of the Sultanate of India

Middle name

Hossein Mohyeddin Elāhi Ghomshei, (born 1940), Iranian writer on Persian literature and Iranian mysticism
Seyed Mohyeddin Seghatoleslam, (born 1960), Persian Architect and Urban Designer
Taha Mohieldin Marouf, (1929–2009), Iraqi-Kurdish politician
Zia Mohiuddin Dagar, (Z. M. Dagar) (1929–1990), Indian musician

Surname

Ayman Mohyeldin, (born 1979), Egyptian American journalist and writer
Akhtar Mohiuddin, (born 1956), Pakistani football coach
Bawa Muhaiyaddeen, (1900–1986), Sri Lankan Tamil Sufi mystic
Ahmad Fuad Mohieddin, (1926–1984), Egyptian politician
Zia Mohyeddin, (1931–2023), British Pakistani film actor
Zakaria Mohieddin, (1918–2012), Egyptian military officer and politician

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