d-m-'

Description

The Arabic root د-م-ع (d-m-ʿ) carries the core meaning of tears and weeping, specifically referring to the physical tears that flow from the eyes. In the Quranic context, this root appears in verses describing emotional responses to divine truth, particularly the tears shed by believers when they hear God's revelations or recognize His signs, indicating spiritual sensitivity and humility. The weeping associated with this root signifies a heart softened by faith and an immediate, visceral reaction to encountering sacred knowledge or divine mercy.