What does Shafqa mean?

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Discover the meaning of the term Shafqa (شفقة) in Islamic vocabulary.

Updated on 11 April 2026 at 1:05 AM

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Definition Shafqa

Shafqa according to Kitab at-Ta'rifat (Al-Jurjani)

It is directing the resolve toward removing the disliked from people.

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

Directing the resolve toward removing the disliked from people.

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

Directing the resolve toward removing the disliked from people.

Shafqa according to At-Tawqif (Al-Munawi)

Directing the resolve toward removing the disliked from people.

Shafqa according to At-Ta'rifat al-Fiqhiyya (Al-Barkati)

It is directing the resolve toward removing the disliked from people.

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