Discover the meaning of the word Mule / He-mule (بغل) 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.
بغل
Mule / He-mule
Root: ب - غ - ل
Creed (aqida) 1 verse
Updated on 29 May 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Definition of Mule / He-mule
Allah says: 'Horses, mules (al-bighâl), and donkeys' (An-Nahl: 8).
The mule is the hybrid between a horse and a female donkey.
Allah mentions these three mounts together as they served for transport and travel.
Mules were particularly valued for their endurance.