j-d-r

Description

The Arabic root جدر (j-d-r) carries the core meaning of wall, barrier, or vertical structure that separates or encloses spaces. In the Quran, this root appears in narratives emphasizing physical and metaphorical boundaries, most notably in the story of Moses and al-Khidr where a wall (jidar) is rebuilt in Surah al-Kahf, and in references to protective walls or barriers that serve divine purposes. The semantic significance centers on the concept of separation, protection, and structural boundaries that often carry deeper spiritual lessons about hidden wisdom and divine decree.