coastal [noun]

Radhia

Maana (Definition)

A state of spiritual contentment, inner peace, and blessing granted by elders in coastal Swahili culture.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

divine contentment / elder blessing

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

baraka za wazee

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic raḍiya via Kiamu dialect

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wazee wa Lamu walimpa radhia kijana kabla ya kuanza biashara."

Translation: The Lamu elders gave the young man divine blessing before he started his business.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Baraka Radhi Amani