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Paradise (الجنة): In many religious traditions, paradise is a place of eternal peace, happiness, and bliss, often depicted as a garden or heavenly realm where the righteous dwell after death. In Islam, it is described as a beautiful and bountiful place where believers are rewarded for their faith and good deeds.
Three Tough Arabic Challenges: Verb رَأَى, Numbers & Egyptian ‘Bala Neela’ | Arabic Workout #01
This Arabic Workout episode (#01) offers focused practice on key Arabic elements. Sharpen your skills with the tricky verb رَأَى, learn to write the complex number 9,441,861, and dive into the fascinating Egyptian-Arabic expression "بلا نيلة" (bala neela).
The Qur’an Revisited: Salsabil (سَلْسَبِيل) in Sura 76:17-18
The Qur'an is full of fascinating words, and "Salsabil" (سَلْسَبِيل) is one of them. Appearing only once in Sura 76:18, this article explores its mysterious origins, diverse interpretations, and the intriguing grammatical debate surrounding its form, including its connection to diptotes and rhyme in the Holy Book.
“I hope mastering Arabic takes nothing less than a lifetime” | Mennan Salih | 9273 Roots #33
From teaching herself Arabic at 16 to a PhD in Arabic Literature, Mennan Salih's journey is remarkable. She explores the fascinating links between Arabic and Akkadian, her love for the Iraqi dialect, and why she hopes mastering the language is a lifelong adventure.
Camels or Rain Clouds? The Surprising Meaning of ‘Ibil (إِبِل) in the Qur’an
The word Ibil (إبل) in the Qur'an has a debated meaning. This article, the last in our camel series, explores how Ibil can mean both "camels" and "rain clouds" in verses like 88:17, examining linguistic and contextual evidence for its interpretation
24 Names for the Last Day in Islam (and What They Mean)
Islam's Day of Judgment, when souls face their eternal destiny, holds many names within the Qur'an. This article details the common terms used for the Last Day, along with their meanings and occurrences.
“I drove 4 hours across mountains for an Arabic class” | Marco Rateitschak | 9273 Roots #27
What drives a Berlin-born economist to travel four hours across the Hajar mountains for an Arabic class? Marco Rateitschak discusses his 15-year career with Middle East investors, his love for Gulf Arabic, and why he believes every new language makes you a new person.
Are Shaytan and Iblis the Same? A Guide to the Devil in Islam
Shaytan and Iblis are central to Islamic theology as symbols of evil. This article presents their origins, Quranic roles, and interpretations, distinguishing any disobedient Jinn (Shaytan) from the first disobedient being (Iblis).
“I would describe myself as an Arabist in the making” | Badrul Aini Sha’ari | 9273 Roots #2
Badrul Aini Sha'ari, an Arabist and Arabic news officer in Kuala Lumpur, discusses his dedication to the language in Southeast Asia, from translation to journalism.
Why is the Word for “War” (حَرْب) Feminine? Arabic Gender Exceptions Explained
Identifying grammatical gender in Arabic can be tricky due to exceptions. This article clarifies feminine indicators (تاء تأنيث, ألف تأنيث ممدودة/مقصورة), then highlights common masculine-looking nouns that are actually feminine (like حَرْب "war" and شَمْس "sun"). It also covers gender for body parts, proper nouns, and nouns that can be both masculine or feminine.
