Hegira

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What Does Hegira Mean?

  • 朝圣之旅
  • 逃亡

Hegira Pronunciation

/hɪˈdʒɪərə/

Hegira Definition

noun

Definition

a journey to a more desirable or humane place, especially the historical migration of Muhammad from Mecca to Medina in 622 AD.

In ZH

一次前往更理想或更人道的地方的旅行，特别指公元622年穆罕默德从麦加迁移到麦地那的历史事件。

How to Use Hegira in a Sentence

  • The hegira of the early Muslims was a pivotal moment in Islamic history.
  • Many consider the hegira to be the starting point of the Islamic calendar.
  • During times of persecution, a hegira can become a necessary means of survival.
  • The term 'hegira' has come to symbolize any significant migration.
  • In literature, a hegira often represents a search for safety and freedom.

Synonyms for Hegira