What does « Joyful / Carefree » mean in the Quran?

Discover the meaning of the word Joyful / Carefree (فره) in the Quran, with 1 verse in which it appears, and a detailed explanation from Al-Raghib al-Asfahani's Mufradat fi gharib al-Qur'an.

فره
Joyful / Carefree
Root: ف - ر - ه
Quranic language 1 verse

Updated on 29 May 2026 at 7:00 AM

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Definition of Joyful / Carefree

Al-Farih refers to the arrogant one.

A she-camel mufrih or mufriha is one that gives birth to vigorous offspring.

The Almighty says: 'And you carved out of the mountains, homes with skill' (Ash-Shu'ara 149), meaning with joy and pride.

Joyful / Carefree in the Quran (1)

Meccan: 1 Medinan: 0
Surah Ash-Shu'ara : 149 Meccan
﴿وَتَنْحِتُونَ مِنَ ٱلْجِبَالِ بُيُوتًا فَٰرِهِينَ
And you carve out of the mountains, homes, with skill.

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