Discover the meaning of the word Ḥīḍ (حيض) in the Quran, with 2 verses in which it appears, and a detailed explanation from Al-Raghib al-Asfahani's Mufradat fi gharib al-Qur'an.
حيض
Ḥīḍ
Root: ح - ض
Quranic language 2 verses
Updated on 29 May 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Definition of Ḥīḍ
Al-hayd: blood exiting the uterus under specific conditions and at specific times.
Al-mahîd is menstruation time.
Allah says: 'They ask you about menstruation (al-mahîd)' (Al-Baqara: 222).
Intimate relations are forbidden during this period.
And they ask you about menstruation. Say, "It is harm, so keep away from wives during menstruation. And do not approach them until they are pure. And when they have purified themselves, then come to them from where Allah has ordained for you. Indeed, Allah loves those who are constantly repentant and loves those who purify themselves."
And those who no longer expect menstruation among your women - if you doubt, then their period is three months, and [also for] those who have not menstruated. And for those who are pregnant, their term is until they give birth. And whoever fears Allah - He will make for him of his matter ease.
God and His angels shower their blessings on the Prophet. O believers, you should also send your blessings on him, and salute him with a worthy greeting.