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Qibla

Maana (Definition)

The direction of Mecca faced during Muslim prayers; metaphorically, one's moral compass or orientation.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

prayer orientation direction / guiding focus

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

direction

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic qibla
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Msikiti ulijengwa ukielekea qibla kwa usahihi."

Translation: The mosque was constructed facing the prayer orientation accurately.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
kiblaOnyesha mwelekeoDira
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