Madrasa: meaning, definitions and examples
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madrasa
[ mรฆหdrษหsษ ]
education institution
A madrasa is an educational institution in Islamic culture, primarily for the study of Islamic theology and law. It serves as a school where students learn about the Quran, Hadith, and other aspects of Islamic doctrine. Madrasas can be found in various forms, ranging from primary schools to higher education institutions. Some madrasas also offer secular subjects alongside religious education, catering to a diverse curriculum.
Synonyms
Islamic school, seminary, theological school.
Examples of usage
- Many students in the region attend a madrasa.
- The madrasa focuses on both religious and secular studies.
- He graduated from a prestigious madrasa in Cairo.
Translations
Translations of the word "madrasa" in other languages:
๐ต๐น madrasa
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฎเคฆเฅเคฐเคธเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Madrasa
๐ฎ๐ฉ madrasa
๐บ๐ฆ ะผะตะดัะตัะต
๐ต๐ฑ madrasa
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใฉใต
๐ซ๐ท madrasa
๐ช๐ธ madrasa
๐น๐ท madrasa
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ง๋๋ผ์ฌ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุฏุฑุณุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ madrasa
๐ธ๐ฐ madrasa
๐จ๐ณ ๅฎๆๅญฆๆ ก
๐ธ๐ฎ madrasa
๐ฎ๐ธ madrasa
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะผะตะดัะตัะต
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ แแกแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ madrasa
๐ฒ๐ฝ madrasa
Etymology
The term 'madrasa' originates from the Arabic root 'drs,' which means 'to learn' or 'to teach.' Historically, madrasas have been vital centers of learning in the Islamic world since the 9th century. Initially, they were places focused exclusively on the study of Islamic texts and religious sciences. Over time, many madrasas began to incorporate a wider range of subjects, including mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy. The structure and purpose of madrasas have varied considerably across regions and periods, reflecting local cultural and educational needs. In contemporary times, madrasas continue to play a role in community education, but they have also been critiqued for their varying degrees of adherence to modern educational standards.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #35,398, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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