sh-n-a

Description

The Arabic root شنأ (sh-n-a) conveys the core meaning of intense hatred, enmity, or deep aversion toward someone or something. In the Quran, it appears in contexts that acknowledge the natural human tendency toward hatred while commanding believers to maintain justice and righteousness even when dealing with those they detest, particularly emphasizing that hatred of a people should not lead to injustice or transgression. The root is significant in Quranic ethics as it addresses the challenge of controlling negative emotions and maintaining moral standards despite personal animosity.