kiblah

[ kib-luh ]

noun

, Islam.

1. qibla.

kiblah

/ ˈkɪblɑː /

noun

1. Islam the direction of Mecca, to which Muslims turn in prayer, indicated in mosques by a niche (mihrab) in the wall

Word History and Origins

Origin of kiblah¹

First recorded in 1730–40, kiblah is from the Arabic word qiblah

Word History and Origins

Origin of kiblah¹

C18: from Arabic qíblah that which is placed opposite; related to qabala to be opposite

Example Sentences

"Palestine is an Islamic territory, an Islamic heritage, and it remains an Islamic point of identity. The land of Palestine is the platform of the ascension of the Prophet Mohammad; its significance is that it contains the first kiblah direction−towards which Muslims prayed. Its occupation by Zionist usurpers is a transgression against all Muslims of the world and its liberation is therefore a great religious obligation and commitment," Mahallati said at the U.N. that same year.

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To this position they attach great importance, and they covet my compass because it would enable them at any point to find the position of the Kiblah.

From Project Gutenberg

Elevated a few feet above the floor, it was surrounded by engrailed, interlacing arches, and stood opposite the Kiblah, or point facing Mecca.

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Later he appointed Mecca instead of Jerusalem as the Kiblah, the month Ramadhan as fasting time, and Friday as the day of rest.

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The Kiblah is the point in the horizon towards which Mahommedans turn in their prayers marking the place where Mecca stands.

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