Arabic · noun · Nation, Faith & Society
Akhuwwat
अख़ुव्वत
said a-khoo-WAT
also written: akhuwat, akhuwwat, ukhuwwat
Meaning
Brotherhood or fraternal bond.
Literally: brotherhood, fellowship
Usage & notes
Akhuwat is brotherhood — the bond of fellowship that joins people as equals beyond the divisions of race, rank, and nation. Iqbal exalts this universal brotherhood, rooted for him in shared faith, as a great moral achievement that levels the proud and lifts the lowly. He treats genuine fellowship as the warm social fruit of selves secure enough in their own dignity to honour the dignity of others.
Related words
ARABIC
Ittihad
Union, oneness, the becoming one; concord or identity.
PERSIAN
Yakjehti
Solidarity, unity; oneness of purpose among a people.
ARABIC
Muruwwat
Manliness expressed as kindness, courtesy, and considerate humanity toward others.
ARABIC
Isaar
Self-sacrifice, preferring others over oneself; altruistic giving.