Discover the meaning of the word Ghlā (غلا) 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.
غلا
Ghlā
Root: غ - ل
Creed (aqida) 2 verses
Updated on 29 May 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Definition of Ghlā
Al-ghuluww: exceeding the limit.
This is said for high price (ghala').
The Almighty says: 'Do not exaggerate in your religion' (An-Nisa 171). 'Do not say three' (An-Nisa 171).
O People of the Scripture, do not commit excess in your religion or say about Allah except the truth. The Messiah, Jesus, the son of Mary, was but a messenger of Allah and His word which He directed to Mary and a soul [created at a command] from Him. So believe in Allah and His messengers. And do not say, "Three"; desist - it is better for you. Indeed, Allah is but one God. Exalted is He above having a son. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. And sufficient is Allah as Disposer of affairs.
Say, "O People of the Scripture, do not exceed limits in your religion beyond the truth and do not follow the inclinations of a people who had gone astray before and misled many and have strayed from the soundness of the way."
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.