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[[File:Lead Image.png|thumb|The Lead Media is the first image seen when opening an article. It should appear on the right-hand side of the lead text, before the table of contents. It should be entered before any text as to align with the top row of the lead paragraph.]]The '''Structure''' of an article concerns the organization of sections and media. Better structure allows the reader to navigate the page easier and feels more intuitive. The structure should also seek to give maintain cohesiveness throughout the wiki. This aims to give the reader a better experience by using a predictable layout. WikiIslam generally adopts an encyclopedic format (e.g. [[72 Virgins]]), but can also include table/list formatted articles (e.g. [[The Timeline of Muhammad]]). All articles can be adjusted to keep the flow and intuitive feel of the article. | [[File:Lead Image.png|thumb|The Lead Media is the first image seen when opening an article. It should appear on the right-hand side of the lead text, before the table of contents. It should be entered before any text as to align with the top row of the lead paragraph.]]The '''Structure''' of an article concerns the organization of sections and media. Better structure allows the reader to navigate the page easier and feels more intuitive. The structure should also seek to give maintain cohesiveness throughout the wiki. This aims to give the reader a better experience by using a predictable layout. WikiIslam generally adopts an encyclopedic format (e.g. [[72 Virgins]]), but can also include table/list formatted articles (e.g. [[The Timeline of Muhammad]]). All articles can be adjusted to keep the flow and intuitive feel of the article. | ||
== Lead == | |||
The lead is an introductory summary that comes before the table of contents and is not followed by any section titles. It aims to give the most essential information about the subject within the first few lines in simple and short sentences. The lead should contain no more than five easy to read paragraphs. | The lead is an introductory summary that comes before the table of contents and is not followed by any section titles. It aims to give the most essential information about the subject within the first few lines in simple and short sentences. The lead should contain no more than five easy to read paragraphs. | ||
=== First Paragraph === | |||
The first sentence should tell the reader what or who the subject is. If possible the page title should be the subject and if the subject is definable then the first sentence should be the definition. The first sentence should have the subject’s name in bold for the first occurrence and should not be linked. The rest of the paragraph should aim to answer the questions “Who, What, Where, When, and Why” that have not already been answered in the first sentence. Remember to only use simple | The first sentence should tell the reader what or who the subject is. If possible the page title should be the subject and if the subject is definable then the first sentence should be the definition. The first sentence should have the subject’s name in bold for the first occurrence and should not be linked. The rest of the paragraph should aim to answer the questions “Who, What, Where, When, and Why” that have not already been answered in the first sentence. Remember to only use simple | ||
Following paragraphs should include “peacock terms” or stand out summarized information about the subject from the body. For example, in an article about Aisha, her age at marriage would be a peacock term of interest. This should be mentioned in the lead in no more than one or two sentences and developed later on in the body. These paragraphs should also be kept as simply written and possible. All text should aim to be as neutral as possible. | Here is a good example from the page on [[Muhammad ibn Abdullah|Muhammad]]: | ||
[[File:Lead First Paragraph Example.png|center|frameless|492.991x492.991px]] | |||
=== Following Paragraphs === | |||
Following paragraphs should include “peacock terms” or stand out summarized information about the subject from the body. For example, in an article about Aisha, her age at marriage would be a peacock term of interest. This should be mentioned in the lead in no more than one or two sentences and developed later on in the body. These paragraphs should also be kept as simply written and possible. All text should aim to be as neutral as possible. | |||
==Body== | ==Body== | ||
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===Text Quote=== | ===Text Quote=== | ||
Text quotes are sometimes necessary to highlight a relevant piece of work within the article. | Text quotes are sometimes necessary to highlight a relevant piece of work within the article. Generally, using the "Template:Quote" format outside of the "Relevant Quotations" section should be avoided, as it is highly preferable to simple incorporate a summary of the source directly into the text along with a footnote. If, however, a summary would prove ineffective and a brief direct quote cannot be incorporated into the text directly (if, for instance, the quote is lengthy or includes a bulleted list), then the "Template:Quote" format may be used. Be sure to include a footnote reference either way. | ||
==Commonly Recurring Sections== | |||
Terms, Authenticity, Relevant Quotations, and Apologetic Arguments are reoccurring sections of Islamic articles but can be foregone where they don’t apply (for example, "Apologetic Arguments" and "Terms" sections wouldn’t make sense in an article about Abu Bakr, but would make sense in an article about his rulings). | |||
=== Terms === | |||
This section should establish lexical translations of Arabic or classical Arabic terms that will be recurring in a specific article. These terms should be formatted into a "numbered list". | |||
Here is a good example from the page on [[Embryology in the Quran]]: | |||
[[File:Terms Example.png|center|frameless|692.986x692.986px]] | |||
===Authenticity=== | ===Authenticity=== | ||
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This section is a reoccurring section that intends to highlight the harms of some claims and their consequences. Many of the harmful ideas in Islam have real world consequences, so in neutral language, a clear distinction can and should be drawn if applicable and justifiable. | This section is a reoccurring section that intends to highlight the harms of some claims and their consequences. Many of the harmful ideas in Islam have real world consequences, so in neutral language, a clear distinction can and should be drawn if applicable and justifiable. | ||
Here are some examples: | |||
A section on “[[72 Virgins#Association with Terrorism|Association with Terrorism]]” from the article on [[72 Virgins]] | |||
A section on “[[Aishas Age of Consummation#Association with Child Marriage|Association with Child Marriage]]” from the article on [[Aisha's Age of Consummation]] | |||
===Relevant Quotations=== | ===Relevant Quotations=== | ||
The “Relevant Quotations” section will contain the most direct relevant quotations from Quran, hadith, and exegeses. These will only be in “Template:Quote" format. Unless necessary this section should contain the only usage of the quotation template in the article. | |||
This section should be around a single page in length, with the <nowiki>'''important sections of quotes'''</nowiki> in bold with a working link at the bottom right (when referencing outside the article). | |||
Here is an example of a quote formatted for use in a "Relevant Quotations" section: | |||
[[File:Relevant Quotations Example.png|center|frameless|735.991x735.991px]] | |||
If you must reference something to support a claim in other sections, summarize what it says and cite it in a footnote. If you must quote a published work, including Quran and hadith outside of the “Relevant Quotations” section use the quotation template (if, for instance, the quote is lengthy or includes a bulleted list) or, better yet, incorporate the quote into the text -- include a footnote citation at the end either way, and remember that incorporating a quote into the text directly is preferred when possible. | |||
===Apologetic Arguments=== | ===Apologetic Arguments=== | ||
The “Apologetic Arguments” section aims to mention and clarify common apologetic arguments as well as related scripture and counter arguments from other scholars. This section should allow readers to determine for themselves the strength of the apologetic argument. | The “Apologetic Arguments” section aims to mention and clarify common apologetic arguments as well as related scripture and counter arguments from other scholars. This section should allow readers to determine for themselves the strength of the apologetic argument. | ||
This section should come at the end of the article. Within this section, the titles of individual arguments should be in Sub-heading 1 format. Each argument should be presented in two parts: The first part being an short and concise objective explanation of the main points of the apologetic argument which should always be cited wherever possible. The second paragraph (or subsequent paragraphs) should contain a short and concise objective counter argument(s). The counter argument should summarize other scholarly sources, preferably Islamic scriptures. | This section should come at the end of the article. Within this section, the titles of individual arguments should be in Sub-heading 1 format. Each argument should be presented in two parts: The first part being an short and concise objective explanation of the main points of the apologetic argument which should always be cited wherever possible. The second paragraph (or subsequent paragraphs) should contain a short and concise objective counter argument(s). The counter argument should summarize other scholarly sources, preferably Islamic scriptures. Avoid using quote templates in this section as much as possible - use citation footnotes and attempt to incorporate quotes, where they are necessary, into the text directly. | ||
Example of weak structure: | |||
[[File:Weak Structure Example.png|center|frameless|1047.98x1047.98px]] | |||
Amended version: | |||
[[File:Amended Structure Example.png|center|frameless|657x657px]] | |||
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==Ending== | ==Ending== | ||