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Wahdat al-wujud وحدة الوجود

"Unity of being". Philosophical term used by some Sufis. Related to fanaa.

Wahy وحي

Revelation or inspiration of Allah سبحانه التعالئ to his prophets for all humankind.

Wali ولي

Friend, protector, guardian, supporter, helper.

Warraq ورّاق

Traditional scribe, publisher, printer, notary and book copier.

Wudu وضو

Ablution for ritual purification from minor impurities before salat.