Meaning & Origin
Thurayya is the Arabic name for the constellation Pleiades.
Spiritual meaning
In Islamic tradition, Thurayya is considered one of the signs of Allah's power and majesty.
Language details
Thurayya
shining stars, beautiful celestial body in the sky
ثریا
نام جو آسمان میں چمکتی ہوئی ستاروں کی نشاندہی کرتا ہے
ثريا
اسم يدل على النجوم اللامعة في السماء
थुरया
आकाश में चमकते सितारों को दर्शाने वाला नाम
ثریا
د آسمان د څراغونو نوم
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
THoo-RAY-yah
/θʊˈreɪjɑː/
Lucky number
3
Lucky day
Monday
Lucky colors
Life path
11
Lucky stone
Moonstone
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Pleiades is a significant culmination point in the Arabic sky calendar, and is believed to be associated with the Arab folklore of the Seven Sisters, Al Nasair, or Bint Al'Ard (Daughters of the Earth). In astrology, it is said that when this constellation rises in the east before the sun, it brings good fortune and blessings for agriculture, thus aiding in the bountiful harvest for the year.
In Islam, Thurayya is said to represent the unity and coexistence of the stars in the night sky, highlighting the concept of unity and togetherness among believers. The constellation's association with the harvest season also symbolizes the abundance of blessings given by Allah and the need for collective wisdom and action to reap these blessings. This spiritual significance is further emphasized in the Hadith, where Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is reported to have said, "The Pleiades will not decline [from their position] until the Last Hour comes." (Tirmidhi and Abu Dawud)
Traditional Islamic name - Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture
Historical references
Thurayya was a daughter of Adnan and the sister of Qusayy ibn Kilab, the ancestor of the Rashidun Caliphs.
Pre-Islamic period, 6th century
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