noun
sakina
Sakina (noun) means In Islamic teaching, a deep sense of calm or peace believed to come from God, often associated with reciting the Quran. Example: “He described a feeling of sakina settling over him during prayer.”
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In Islamic teaching, a deep sense of calm or peace believed to come from God, often associated with reciting the Quran.
"He described a feeling of sakina settling over him during prayer."
How to use sakina
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA spiritual, God-given calmness described in Islamic tradition.
When to use it
Used mainly in religious or cultural contexts relating to Islam.
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Etymology
From Arabic sakīna, "God-given peace of mind."
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What does “sakina” mean?
The word “sakina” means in Islamic teaching, a deep sense of calm or peace believed to come from God, often associated with reciting the Quran. In plain terms, a spiritual, God-given calmness described in Islamic tradition.
How do you use “sakina” in a sentence?
Here is “sakina” used in a sentence: “He described a feeling of sakina settling over him during prayer.”
What part of speech is “sakina”?
“Sakina” is a noun.
Where does the word “sakina” come from?
The word “sakina” comes from Arabic. From Arabic sakīna, "God-given peace of mind.".
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