Definition

Everything by which Allah sustains His creation: food, drink, wealth, knowledge, faith, family. Apportioned by qadar; sought through legitimate means.

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In the Qur'an In Hadith

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QadarالقدرTawakkulالتوكل

More from General Terms

Mushrikالمشرك

One who associates partners with Allah.

In shā' Allāhإن شاء الله

If Allah wills.

Imāmالإمام

Leader — in prayer, scholarship, or community.

Jihādالجهاد

Striving in the path of Allah.

Hijrahالهجرة

Migration — from Makkah to Madīnah, and from sin.

Jinnالجن

Beings created from smokeless fire.

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