What does Al-kys mean?

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Discover the meaning of the term Al-kys (كيس) in Islamic vocabulary.

Definition Al-kys

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

The ability to properly deduce what is most appropriate in attaining good.

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

Sharpness and keenness of intellect.

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

The opposite of foolishness, as well as good deliberation in matters. With a kasrah, it is what is sewn out of rags to put dirhams or seeds in. As for what is cut from leather and rags, it is a kharitah.

And al-kayyis denotes the witty and elegant person.

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