What does Al-mnafsa mean?

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Discover the meaning of the term Al-mnafsa (منافسة) in Islamic vocabulary.

Definition Al-mnafsa

Al-mnafsa according to Maqalid al-'Ulum (As-Suyuti)

Striving to attain a good similar to that which another has reached.

Al-mnafsa according to At-Tawqif (Al-Munawi)

Striving against the self to resemble the virtuous and join them without causing harm to others.

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