# Mohyeddin

Mohyeddin is an Arabic (محیی الدین) name meaning "Reviver of Dīn" (religion). It is used both as a personal name and an honorific title in Islamic tradition. Several scholars, philosophers, and theologians throughout Islamic history have been known by this name, with notable figures contributing to Islamic thought, philosophy, and historical discourse.
One such figure is Mohyeddin Ibn Arabi, a Muslim scholar who lived in Andalusia (now part of Spain) in the 12th century. Ibn Arabi is remembered for his teachings on Islamic spirituality, particularly Sufism. Often referred to as "the Great Sheikh", his writings continue to be highly regarded in the study of Islam today.

## Etymology

The name Mohyeddin (Persian:محی‌الدین, Arabic:محیی الدین) is of Arabic origin. It combines two words: Mohy (Persian:محي), meaning “Reviver,” and Din (Persian:دین), meaning “Religion” or “Faith”. Therefore, Mohyeddin translates to “Reviver of the Faith” or “Reviver of Religion". As a religious title, this name is sometimes given to those who inspire others to follow Islam.

## Mohyeddin as a personal name

In Islamic culture, the choice of a name is important for some families, often reflecting family traditions, cultural values, and religious beliefs. Some parents choose the name Mohyeddin.
Mohyeddin serves as a first name for boys and also as a middle or family name among Muslims, especially in the Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. 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.
The flexibility of the Arabic language 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.

### 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 sometimes paired with the religious title Seyed, forming the name Seyed Mohyeddin.
In history, the 12th-century Andalusian Muslim scholar and mystic, Ibn Arabi, is also known as Mohyeddin al-Arabi. The 14th Sultan of Brunei, Muhyeddin ibn Abdul Jalilul Akbar, often referred to as Muhyiddin of Brunei, shows how Mohyeddin can be part of royal and noble names.

### Mohyeddin in intellectual fields

Some scholars and writers who explored different areas of Islamic literature, philosophy, and theology have used the name Mohyeddin.
One early figure is Mohyeddin Abu Saeed Muhammad Neishabouri (1083–1153), an Iranian jurist and writer known for his works Al-Intsaf fi Masael al-Khilaf and Al-Mohit fi Sharh al-Vasit. Later, Mohyeddin Muhammad, more famously known as Aurangzeb (1618–1707), became the sixth Mughal emperor of India and left a mark on the region's history.
Another prominent figure during the Islamic Golden Age was Muhyieddin al-Maghribi(c. 1220–1283), a Spanish-born Arab astronomer and mathematician. He worked at the Maragheh observatory in the Ilkhanate, and contributed important works like The Book on the Theorem of Menelaus and Treatise on the Calculation of Sines. Additionally, Muhieddin Lari, a Persian writer who died in 1526, authored the book Futūḥ al-Ḥaramayn, a significant work in Islamic literature.

## Mohyeddin as a religious title

The designation of Mohyeddin as a title has a religious meaning in Islamic theology, related to tajdid, which means “renewal". People with this religious 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.
As a religious 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.
Some important people in history have held the religious title Mohyeddin. Abu Abdullah Mohyeddin Muhammad, is a famous figure known as Ibn Arabi (1165–1240), was an Andalusian writer, poet, and Sufi mystic. Ibn Arabi travelled 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]). 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 from Waziristan in modern-day Pakistan
* 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