Discover the meaning of the word Jfn (جفن) in the Quran, with 1 verse in which it appears, and a detailed explanation from Al-Raghib al-Asfahani's Mufradat fi gharib al-Qur'an.
جفن
Jfn
Root: ج - ف - ن
Quranic language 1 verse
Updated on 29 May 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Definition of Jfn
Al-jafna: vessel specific to food, plural 'jifân'.
Allah says: 'And bowls (jifân) like watering troughs' (Saba': 13).
This verse describes the immense vessels made for Solomon, attesting to Allah's favors toward him and his ability to host many guests.
They made for him what he willed of elevated chambers, statues, bowls like reservoirs, and stationary kettles. [We said], "Work, O family of David, in gratitude." And few of My servants are grateful.