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The Plural of Kafir: Understanding the Difference Between Kafirun, Kuffar, and More

The plural forms of "Kafir" (كافِر) in Arabic, meaning "unbeliever," carry various nuances and can even be politically charged. This article breaks down the three main plural types (Kafirun/Kuffar, Kawafir/Kafirat, Kafara) and distinguishes them from intensifying forms like Kafur (كَفُور) and Kaffar (كَفّار), which express different degrees of ingratitude.

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