noun
sakina
noun
1
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."