Let's break down the word اِهْدِنَا (ihdinaa)—a beautiful and powerful word from Surah Al-Fatiha (1:6):
ٱهْدِنَا ٱلصِّرَٰطَ ٱلْمُسْتَقِيمَ
"Guide us to the straight path."
🔍 Word Breakdown: اِهْدِنَا
| Part | Arabic | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| اِهْدِ | Verb (command) | Guide! — Imperative form of the verb هدى (hadā) |
| نَا | Pronoun | Us — First-person plural object suffix |
🧠 Full Meaning:
اِهْدِنَا means “Guide us” — it's a direct supplication asking for guidance.
🧬 Root: ه-د-ي (h-d-y)
This root revolves around guidance, direction, and leading toward a path.
💡 Related Words:
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| هُدًى (hudā) | Guidance |
| هَادٍ (hādin) | Guide (one who guides) |
| مَهْدِيّ (mahdiyy) | Rightly guided (passive participle) |
✅ Summary:
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اِهْدِنَا = Guide us
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From root ه-د-ي, meaning to guide, direct
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Commonly used in prayer asking Allah for the right path, truth, or spiritual direction
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