r-h-l

Description

The Arabic root رحل (r-h-l) carries the core meaning of departure, travel, and the equipment associated with journeying, particularly the saddles and baggage used for loading pack animals. In the Quran, this root appears primarily in the story of Prophet Yusuf (Joseph), where it refers to the saddlebags or provisions containers of his brothers during their travels to and from Egypt. The usage emphasizes themes of physical journey and movement while also serving as a narrative device in the unfolding of divine providence, as the concealed cup placed in the saddlebag becomes central to reuniting Yusuf with his brother.