Discover the meaning of the word Ghadr (غدر) 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.
غدر
Ghadr
Root: غ - د - ر
Quranic language 2 verses
Updated on 29 May 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Definition of Ghadr
Al-ghadr: failing something and abandoning it.
Al-ghadr is said for betraying the covenant.
The Almighty says: 'And if they intend to betray you' (Al-Anfal 71).
And [warn of] the Day when We will remove the mountains and you will see the earth prominent, and We will gather them and not leave behind from them anyone.
And the record [of deeds] will be placed [open], and you will see the criminals fearful of that within it, and they will say, "Oh, woe to us! What is this book that leaves nothing small or great except that it has enumerated it?" And they will find what they did present [before them]. And your Lord does injustice to no one.
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.