What does Jamal mean?

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Discover the meaning of the term Jamal (جمال) in Islamic vocabulary.

Definition Jamal

Jamal according to Dustur al-'Ulama (Al-Ahmadnagari)

And the comely is the aptness of organs. Jaml is, among attributes, what touches pleasure and gentleness.

Jamal according to Maqalid al-'Ulum (As-Suyuti)

The form that repels not sound natures from beholding it.

Jamal according to At-Tawqif (Al-Munawi)

The tenderness of beauty, mentioned by Sibawayh. Ar-Raghib said: the much of beauty.

Jamal according to Mu'jam Lughat al-Fuqaha

A quality that upright souls note and esteem. Beauty. Jamra: plural jimar (see jimar).

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