What does « Narrowness / Misery » mean in the Quran?
Discover the meaning of the word Narrowness / Misery (ضنك) 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.
ضنك
Narrowness / Misery
Root: ض - ن - ك
Quranic language 1 verse
Updated on 29 May 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Definition of Narrowness / Misery
The Almighty says: 'Whoever turns away from My remembrance will have a life of hardship' (Ta-Ha 124).
Ad-dank: narrowness in life.
One who distances from God experiences anguish and discomfort even with material wealth.