Discover the meaning of the word Qirṭās (قرطس) 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.
قرطس
Qirṭās
Root: ق - ر - ط
Creed (aqida) 2 verses
Updated on 29 May 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Definition of Qirṭās
Al-Qirṭās refers to the paper or parchment on which one writes.
The Almighty says: 'And even if We had sent down to you a written scripture on parchment' (Al-An'am 7).
Qarṭas ar-rāmī means the shooter hit the center of the target.
And even if We had sent down to you, [O Muhammad], a written scripture on a page and they touched it with their hands, the disbelievers would say, "This is not but obvious magic."
And they did not appraise Allah with true appraisal when they said, "Allah did not reveal to a human being anything." Say, "Who revealed the Scripture that Moses brought as light and guidance to the people? You [Jews] make it into pages, disclosing [some of] it and concealing much. And you were taught that which you knew not - neither you nor your fathers." Say, "Allah [revealed it]." Then leave them in their [empty] discourse, amusing themselves.
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.