z-m-l

Description

The Arabic root ز-م-ل (z-m-l) carries the core meaning of wrapping, covering, or enveloping oneself in a garment or cloth. In the Quran, it appears in Surah Al-Muzzammil (73:1) where Allah addresses the Prophet Muhammad as "Al-Muzzammil" (the one who wraps himself), referring to him wrapped in his garments during night prayer and contemplation. This root emphasizes a state of being covered or cloaked, symbolizing preparation, humility, and spiritual readiness in the context of receiving divine revelation and engaging in worship.