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Taqiyyah

Precaution, Caution, Protection

tah-KEE-yah/tɑːˈqiːjɑː/

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Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
female
Gender

Meaning & Origin

To be careful and protective, especially in the face of adversity or danger.

Spiritual meaning

A reminder to maintain faith and trust in Allah, even during times of trial or uncertainty.

Language details

🇺🇸English

Taqiyyah

Pious, cautious, and God-fearing

🇵🇰Urdu

تقویہ

تقویٰ کا مطلب ہے احتیاط اور خدا کی خوف

🇸🇦Arabic

تقية

اسم مؤنث يعني الورع والتقوى والخشية من الله

🇮🇳Hindi

तकिया

तकिया का अर्थ है सावधानी और ईश्वर का भय

🇦🇫Pashto

تقوی

تقوی د احتیاط او د الله د ویر نوم

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

tah-KEE-yah

/tɑːˈqiːjɑː/

Lucky number

4

Lucky day

Thursday

Lucky colors

GrayBlackSilver

Life path

1

Lucky stone

Amethyst

Cultural & Spiritual notes

The term "Taqiyyah" in Islamic tradition refers to the practice of hiding or concealing one's beliefs and practices to protect oneself from harm, especially during times of persecution and oppression. This practice is often associated with the early Muslims who lived in hostile environments and faced constant threat to their faith and lives. Taqiyyah is not about deceit or dishonesty, but rather a strategic and necessary means of survival for the community as a whole.

From a spiritual perspective, the concept of Taqiyyah emphasizes the importance of preserving one's faith and remaining steadfast in the face of adversity. It teaches us that our primary duty as Muslims is to pleasing Allah, and that sometimes this may require us to conceal our true selves and practices for the greater good of the community and the preservation of our faith. This practice also highlights the importance of patience, resilience, and perseverance in the face of challenges and difficulties, and encourages us to trust in Allah's plan and guidance.

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

Historical references

Historical records show that Taqiyyah is mentioned in the book 'The History of the Prophets and Kings' by al-Tabari. The name Taqiyyah carried significant weight in that era.

10th century

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Precaution, Caution, Protection