Kalam
Americannoun
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(sometimes lowercase) a school of philosophical theology originating in the 9th century a.d., asserting the existence of God as a prime mover and the freedom of the will.
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the word of Allah.
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Etymology
Origin of Kalam
From the Arabic word kalām literally, talk
Example Sentences
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Abdul Kalam and — of course — the patriotic confidence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi?
From New York Times ● Dec. 16, 2023
The former president of India, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam said: 'Life is very similar to a boxing ring.
From BBC ● Dec. 7, 2023
Deputy Chief Constable Scott Green said he was "sorry that more was not done sooner" to address the "serious concerns" Mrs Kalam had raised.
From BBC ● Nov. 8, 2023
Last week, I visited the flood-hit area of Kalam, where many hotels on the Swat River were washed away.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 13, 2022
In selecting the ten general and inclusive principles, Bahya lays down as the first and most fundamental the doctrine of the deity, or as it is called in the works of the Kalam, the Unity.
From A History of Mediaeval Jewish Philosophy by Husik, Isaac
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