Meaning
In Islamic law, an act that is recommended and rewarded if done but not sinful if omitted.
Literally: deemed desirable
Related words
ARABIC
Wajib
Religiously necessary or binding, ranking just below the absolutely obligatory farz in some schools.
ARABIC
Makrooh
An act that is disliked or discouraged in Islamic law but not strictly forbidden.
ARABIC
Mubah
In Islamic law, an act that is permitted and morally neutral, carrying neither reward nor blame.