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Khizr

Green Prophet

/ˈxɪzər//ˈxɪzər/

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6
Lucky #
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
(Male)
Gender

Meaning & Origin

Khizr, also spelled Khezr or Khidr, is a revered figure in Islamic tradition, known as the 'Green Prophet' or 'Green Man'. He is associated with wisdom, divine knowledge, and eternal youth.

Spiritual meaning

In Sufism, Khizr is considered a spiritual guide and patron of travelers. The story of Khizr and Moses in the Quran (18:65-82) highlights the importance of trust and submission to God's will.

Language details

🇺🇸English

Khizr

Guide, wise, leader, protector, successor, master, knowledgeable

🇵🇰Urdu

الخضر

خلیفہ، سیدی، معلم حکیمانہ، رائد، راع،

🇸🇦Arabic

الخضر

المعلم الحكيم، الرائد، الراعي، الخليفة، السيد

🇮🇳Hindi

खज़र

मार्गदर्शक, ज्ञानी, नेता, पालक, उत्तराधिकारी, स्वामी

🇦🇫Pashto

خضر

خليفه، سيډي، معلم حکيمانه، راډ، راع،

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

/ˈxɪzər/

/ˈxɪzər/

Lucky number

6

Lucky day

Thursday

Lucky colors

GreenBlue

Life path

3

Lucky stone

Emerald

Cultural & Spiritual notes

Khizr is considered a significant figure in Islamic and Sufi folklore. He is mentioned in several Hadiths and reportedly appeared to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) during one of his journeys. Khizr's story has inspired countless artworks, poetic verses, and shared narratives among Muslims around the world. The figure of Khizr has been immortalized in various Islamic forms of art, from calligraphy to miniatures, further solidifying his place in Muslim cultural heritage.

Khizr symbolizes knowledge, wisdom, and understanding of God's will. He is believed to possess unique knowledge that surpasses the understanding of prophets and saints and is able to intervene in human lives when necessary. By invoking the blessings of Khizr, Muslims ask for his intercession and seek his guidance, particularly when faced with difficult decisions or challenges. The tales and stories about Khizr remind Muslims of their spiritual journey towards enlightenment and the importance of seeking knowledge and wisdom from diverse sources.

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

Historical references

Historical records show that Prophet Khizr in the Quran The name Khizr carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Notable people with this name

M.F. HussainMohammad AliKhizr Tawfiq Alli

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