What does Awsa mean?

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Discover the meaning of the term Awsa (أوصى) in Islamic vocabulary.

Updated on 11 April 2026 at 1:05 AM

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Definition Awsa

Awsa according to Al-Qamus al-Fiqhi

Such a one, or to him, in the form iya san: to make him a legatee, to dispose of his affairs, property and dependants after his death. To enjoin him. To him, or for him, a thing: to grant it him. Such a one with a thing: to command him and make it incumbent on him. In the Quran: [an-Nisa, 11: 'Allah enjoins you concerning your children: to the male the like of the portion of two females.'], that is: He commands you.

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