What does Astghfr mean?

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Discover the meaning of the term Astghfr (استغفر) in Islamic vocabulary.

Updated on 11 April 2026 at 1:05 AM

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Definition Astghfr

Astghfr according to Al-Qamus al-Fiqhi

To ask Allah pardon of one's sin, or of one's sin, or of one's sin: to ask Him to forgive it. In the Quran: [an-Nisa, 110: 'Whoever does evil or wrongs his own soul, then seeks forgiveness of Allah, will find Allah forgiving and merciful.']

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