Discover the meaning of the word ʿūl (عول) 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.
عول
ʿūl
Root: ع - ل
Creed (aqida) 1 verse
Updated on 29 May 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Definition of ʿūl
'Alahu and ghalahu are close.
Al-'awl is said for what destroys.
Al-'awl in inheritance: when shares exceed the total.
The Almighty says: 'Lest you be unjust' (An-Nisa 3).
And if you fear that you will not deal justly with the orphan girls, then marry those that please you of [other] women, two or three or four. But if you fear that you will not be just, then [marry only] one or those your right hand possesses. That is more suitable that you may not incline [to injustice].
God and His angels shower their blessings on the Prophet. O believers, you should also send your blessings on him, and salute him with a worthy greeting.