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Quran Dictionary for Kids
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Dear kids,
Goodword Quran Dictionary for Kids is an ideal first reference book for
children who are curious to know about the Quran. Designed especially
for children, this unique treasury of Quranic words guides them
through over 350 essential names, terms and concepts mentioned in
the Quran.
Alphabetically arranged, words are clearly defined and are accompanied by charming illustrations and pictures that make it fun for children to find the words and understand them. The book is authored by Dr Saniyasnain Khan. He is an award-winning author and also recognized as one of the world’s most influential Muslims1.
Here, we reproduce some entries from the book.
Name of the Book: Goodword Quran Dictionary for Kids
Author / Translator: Saniyasnain Khan
ISBN: 978-81-7898-859-7
Page: 80
Binding: Hardbound
Availability: www.goodwordbooks.com
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Camel
The camel is an animal that lives in the desert. Camels have one or two
humps on their backs. It is one of Allah’s great works. He says in the
Quran, “Do they never reflect on the camels and how they were created”
(Al-Ghashiyah, 88: 17). In the time of the Prophet Muhammad people
travelled on camels. The Prophet’s she-camel’s name was Qaswa.
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Palace
A palace is a very big house
where a king or queen lives.
Pharaoh commanded Haman to
build a lofty palace for him so
that he could see Allah.
Palm tree
The palm tree grows particularly
in hot countries. Before the birth
of the Prophet Isa or Jesus , the
pain of childbirth drove Maryam,
or Mary, to take shelter under a
palm tree.
Parable
A parable is a story that teaches
something. Allah set forth many
parables for mankind but only
those who understand them can
attain wisdom.
Paradise
Paradise is a very happy
place which Allah made for
the believers. They will live
there forever and enjoy Allah’s
blessings. They will have there
everything their hearts desire.
Prayers from the Quran My Lord, inspire me to be thankful for the blessings You have granted me and my parents, and to do good deeds that please You; and include me, by Your grace, among Your righteous servants. (Al-Naml 27: 19)
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Tawhid
The declaration of the oneness
of Allah. This is one of the most
fundamental doctrines of Islam.
The Quran mentions this doctrine
a number of times.
Tawrat
The Tawrat or Torah is one of the
divine scriptures sent down to the
Prophet Musa
Tayammum
An alternative way of performing
wudu, done with sand, in case water
is not available, or the person is so
sick that the use of water would be
harmful to his health.
Temptation
Temptation is the feeling of being
drawn to something which it would
be more proper to avoid. Satan
(Iblis) tempted Adam and Hawwa
and they ate the fruit Allah had
forbidden them to eat.