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Alphabet: K

Word Meaning
Ka'bah A cube-shaped building re-built by Prophets Ibrahim and Ismail (peace be upon them), the first house built for the worship of Allah. Situated in Makkah, the direction all Muslims face when praying .
Kaafir A non believer.
Kayl A measure.
Kharraaj Land tax.
Khilaal Passing wet fingers through a beard ,for example, while making wudhu.
Khitbah Marriage proposal.
Khutbah The sermon.
Kitaab Book. It is also referred to as any Heavenly Book including the Holy Qur’an.
Kufffaar Non believers.
Kunyah A type of surname or proper name common in Arabic which means father of so and so or mother.

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