خضر
Khidr
Khizar is the name of a legendary figure in Islamic tradition, translated into Arabic as خضر (Khidr).
The name refers to a legendary figure in Islamic tradition known as a guide and a timeless servant of God.
What does it mean word for word?
The name خضر is derived from an Arabic root meaning 'green'.
How do you pronounce it?
Khidr
Did you know?
- The story of خضر in the Quran is unique because he provides guidance to Moses that contradicts the established laws of the time.
- In various folk traditions, خضر is believed to appear to travelers in the desert or at sea to save them from drowning or getting lost.
- The name خضر is often paired with the prophet إلياس in Middle Eastern folklore, where they are seen as immortal companions who appear together.
Examples in context
- مرحبًا السيد خضر، كيف يمكنني مساعدتك اليوم؟Hello Mr. Khizar, how can I assist you today?
Example conversation
Sarah and Ahmed are discussing a book about spiritual guides.
- سارة Saraهل سمعت عن خضر في هذا الكتاب؟Hal sami'ti 'an Khidr fi hadha al-kitab?Have you heard about Khidr in this book?
- أحمد Ahmedنعم، خضر شخصية غامضة جداً.Na'am, Khidr shakhsiyya ghamida jiddan.Yes, Khidr is a very mysterious figure.
- سارة Saraيقال إنه مرشد روحي.Yuqal innahu murshid ruhi.It is said that he is a spiritual guide.
- أحمد Ahmedهذا يفسر دوره في القصة.Hadha yufassiru dawrahu fi al-qissa.That explains his role in the story.
