Ummah (/ ˈʊmə /; [1] Arabic: أُمَّة [ˈʊm.mæ]) is an Arabic word meaning Muslim identity, nation, religious community, or the concept of a Commonwealth of the Muslim Believers (أمة المؤمنين ummat al-muʼminīn). [2]

Feb 7, 2024 · In an Islamic context, “Ummahat” specifically refers to the “Mothers of the Believers” (أمهات المؤمنين, Ummahat al-Mu’minin). This title is given to the wives of the Prophet Muhammad, signifying their respected and honored status among Muslims.

Apr 2, 2018 · Ummah (sometimes spelled Umma) is an Arabic word that is usually translated into English as nation. Thus, when someone from an English-speaking background hears the word Ummah defined, they immediately think of the nation state whose members live between a set of predefined borders.

The Ummah of Muhammad is known throughout Islamic history and throughout the world as community of believers united in their devotion to One God. Anybody who embraces Islam becomes a member of the Muslim Ummah.

Oct 2, 2023 · In the Qur’ān, the word commonly used to refer to the concept of ‘community’ is Ummah (Arabic: أمة). It signifies a group of people united by a shared belief, purpose, or affiliation. The term ‘Ummah’ is frequently used to describe the Muslim community as a whole, emphasising the unity and collective identity of believers.

Feb 10, 2001 · 4 – The word ummah is used to mean a way or religion, as in the aayahs (interpretation of the meanings): “They say: “We found our fathers following a certain way and religion [ummah]” [al-Zukhruf 43:23] “Truly, this, your Ummah [Sharee‘ah or religion (Islamic Monotheism)] is one religion” [al-Anbiyaa’ 21:92]

Mar 18, 2019 · In religion, Islam Ummah refers to the Islamic community. The definition of Ummah is a community of believers bound together with a common purpose, that is to worship Lord and with a common goal to advance the cause of Islam. To every Ummah, Allah Almighty sent a messenger for its guidance.

Nov 2, 2024 · Unadapted borrowing from Arabic أُمَّة (ʔumma), possibly via English ummah.

Jun 8, 2020 · The word Ummah is used in the Qur'an and Sunnah with a number of different meanings. Sometimes when it is used it means a specified period of time: إِلَى أُمَّةٍ...,Arabic,language: arabic,ummah (muslim community)

Aug 24, 2024 · The word oummah is an Arabic term often translated as nation or community, in French. It defines, among other things, a group of people sharing a common descent and living in the same place, but not only.