Persian

Anjuman
An assembly, meeting, or association with historical significance in Persian and Iranian context.
Khudāi (خداى‎)
Explore the definition, etymology, and significance of the term 'Khudāi,' its usage in Islamic context, and understand its implications in the cultural and religious practices of Muslims.
Nārāwā
Explore the term 'Nārāwā,' its meaning, implications, and usage in an Islamic context. Understand its relation to the term 'Ḥarām' and its significance in Muslim jurisprudence.
Rubai
An intensely lyrical and subjective form of poetic writing, characterized by its four-line stanzas, known as quatrains.
Zanānah (زنانة‎) - Definition, Etymology, and Cultural Significance in Islam
Discover the meaning and cultural implications of 'Zanānah' in Islamic and Persian contexts. Learn about the social and historical dimensions of households, especially in South Asia, and how Christian missions have engaged with them.
Khwajah in Islamic and Persian Context
Learn about the term 'Khwajah' (خواجه‎), its etymology, implications, and usage in both Islamic and Persian contexts. Understand who qualifies as a Khwajah and its cultural significance.
AFSŪN (افسون‎)
Discover the meaning and implications of the term 'AFSŪN (افسون‎)' in Islamic and Persian contexts. Understand its roots in exorcism and practice within Islamic traditions.
Dūzakh
Explore the term 'Dūzakh,' its etymology, cultural significance, and usage within Islamic context. Understand how it relates to the concept of Hell in Islamic beliefs.
Khawajah
Persian honorary title traditionally used to designate Christians and Westerners, akin to sir or mister.
Namāz (نماز‎)
Understanding the term 'Namāz,' its meaning, significance in Islamic practice, and its use in Persian and Hindūstānī contexts. A comprehensive guide to its role as ṣalāt in Muslim worship.

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