Discover the meaning of the word Rraʿd (رعد) 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.
رعد
Rraʿd
Root: ر - ع - د
Creed (aqida) 2 verses
Updated on 29 May 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Definition of Rraʿd
Al-ra'd: the sound of clouds.
It is reported to be an angel driving clouds.
Allah says: 'And the thunder (al-ra'd) exalts Him' (Al-Ra'd: 13).
Or [it is] like a rainstorm from the sky within which is darkness, thunder and lightning. They put their fingers in their ears against the thunderclaps in dread of death. But Allah is encompassing of the disbelievers.
And the thunder exalts [Allah] with praise of Him - and the angels [as well] from fear of Him - and He sends thunderbolts and strikes therewith whom He wills while they dispute about Allah; and He is severe in assault.
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.