What does Al-khfqan mean?

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Discover the meaning of the term Al-khfqan (خفقان) in Islamic vocabulary.

Definition Al-khfqan

Al-khfqan according to Maqalid al-'Ulum (As-Suyuti)

Palpitation that affects the heart in order for it to repel what harms it.

Al-khfqan according to At-Tawqif (Al-Munawi)

Palpitation that affects the heart in order for it to repel through it what harms it.

Al-khfqan according to At-Ta'rifat al-Fiqhiyya (Al-Barkati)

Agitation of the heart or the banner.

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