Encyclopedia of Muhammad

Kunniyah (کنیۃ)

Published on: 22-Dec-2023

Referring to someone by their familial relationship names such as mother, father, grandfather, son, daughter, aunt, uncle, etc., is called kunniyah. For example, Prophet Muhammad sym-9 is also referred to as Abu Al-Qasim as his son was named Qasim. The use of a kunniyah is a sign of respect and honor, so that there is no need to directly address someone.

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