h-n-n

Description

The Arabic root ḥ-n-n (حنن) conveys the core meaning of tenderness, compassion, and deep affection that naturally flows from within, particularly the kind of loving mercy a parent feels toward their child. In its Quranic usage, it appears in Surah Maryam (19:13) where Allah bestows ḥanān (tenderness/affection) upon the Prophet Yahya (John) from His presence, indicating a divinely-granted quality of gentle compassion and mercy. This root emphasizes an innate, heartfelt tenderness that goes beyond ordinary kindness, representing a profound emotional and spiritual quality that enables one to show genuine care and sympathy toward others.