What does Al-ghbawa mean?
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Discover the meaning of the term Al-ghbawa (غباوة) in Islamic vocabulary.
Updated on 11 April 2026 at 1:05 AM
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Definition Al-ghbawa
Al-ghbawa according to Dustur al-'Ulama (Al-Ahmadnagari)
In equity, and in intelligence too.
Al-ghbawa according to Maqalid al-'Ulum (As-Suyuti)
Abandoning reflection along with disdain for action.
Al-ghbawa according to At-Tawqif (Al-Munawi)
Inattention and ignorance; their combination besets concealment: one says "ghoubiya alayhi al-amr", the matter remained hidden from him.
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بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم
Sat 6 Rabi' al-Thani
السبت 6 ربيع الآخر
اللهم صل على محمد
O Allah, send blessings upon Muhammad