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Kalima

Statement of faith

kah-LEE-mah/kɑːˈliːmə/

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9
Lucky #
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Unisex
Gender

Meaning & Origin

Kalima is a term used in Islamic tradition to refer to the declaration of faith, 'La ilaha illallah Muhammadun Rasulullah', meaning 'There is no god but Allah, Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah'.

Spiritual meaning

A symbol of devotion and commitment to the Islamic faith.

Language details

🇺🇸English

Kalima

Kalima means speech, word, or message of God

🇵🇰Urdu

کلیما

کلیما کا مطلب ہے کلام یا قول یا اللہ کی بات

🇸🇦Arabic

كلمة

كلمة تعني كلام أو قول أو كلمة الله

🇮🇳Hindi

कलीमा

कलीमा का अर्थ है बात या वाणी या ईश्वर की बात

🇦🇫Pashto

کالیما

کالیما د معنی دی کلام یا خبر یا د الله خبر

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

kah-LEE-mah

/kɑːˈliːmə/

Lucky number

9

Lucky day

Thursday

Lucky colors

BlueGreen

Life path

1

Lucky stone

Emerald

Cultural & Spiritual notes

The declaration of faith, known as Kalima Sharaif, forms the foundation of an individual's identity as a Muslim. It is a crucial component of Islamic culture, emphasizing the unity of God and the belief in Muhammad as His messenger. The recital of the Kalima is often the first lesson a newly-born child receives and marks the beginning of their religious education and upbringing. Moreover, the Kalima is not just a personal endeavor but also a bond that unites the entire Muslim community, transcending national, cultural, and linguistic boundaries.

The Kalima holds immense spiritual significance for Muslims as it represents their devotion and submission to Allah and recognizes Prophet Muhammad as His chosen messenger. It symbolizes the seeking of guidance from Allah, entrusting one's life and fate in His hands, and striving to live a life in accordance with His divine will. Through sincere recitation and practice of the Kalima, a Muslim seeks nearness to Allah, obtains inner peace, and strengthens their bond with their Creator. It is an essential part of daily prayers, and its importance is emphasized throughout the Holy Quran.

Traditional Islamic name - Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical references

The Kalima is the Islamic creed consisting of two parts: Shahada and Ikhlas. The Shahada declares belief in one God and the prophethood of Muhammad, while the Ikhlas affirms the oneness of God.

7th century

Notable people with this name

Kalima AbdullahKalima Hussain

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