qibla
or qib·lah
the point toward which Muslims turn to pray, especially the Kaʿba, or House of God, at Mecca.
Origin of qibla
1- Often kib·la, kib·lah .
Words Nearby qibla
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How to use qibla in a sentence
In a mosque the qibla is indicated by a niche (miḥrab) in one of the walls.
When there is a scarcity of water each person should, with face qibla-wards, offer up prayer to God.
The Faith of Islam | Edward SellWhen a person is about to die, the attendants should place him on his right side with his face qibla-wards.
The Faith of Islam | Edward SellIf he cannot turn towards the qibla, he is, under the circumstances, allowed to face any direction most convenient.
The Faith of Islam | Edward Sell
British Dictionary definitions for qibla
/ (ˈkɪblə) /
a variant of kiblah
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