Islamic Glossary
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Profound understandingJurisprudence, lit. insight, divine law, canonical law [deep, intense understanding (the religious subjects, here), requiring much study or thought]. | |
Prophet (نبي) The Arabic word for Prophet is 'nabi'. | |
Psalms (زبور) The Psalms are known as the 'Zaboor' in Arabic. They are a revelation from God given to Prophet Dawood (David) (PBUH). | |
PulpitPodium, minbar (a raised enclosed platform in a mosque.) | |
punishmentDivine chastisement, torture, torment, suffering (a penalty for an offense, being punished). | |
Punishment, rewardRetribution, reward, recompense (a penalty for an offence). | |
PunishmentsPenalties (a punishment for breaking a law, rule, or contract.) | |
Pure (صافي) The Arabic word for pure is 'safi' or 'tahir' depending on its usage. | |
Puritystate of purity, purification, ritual purity (pureness) | |