Aman
/əˈmɑːn/noun
A word of Arabic origin meaning 'peace' or 'safety'.
Did you know?In mystical traditions, the concept of 'Aman' ties into the idea of divine protection and spiritual safety, often invoked in rituals for peace.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Semitic
Proto-Semitic
*ʔmn
“To be faithful, trustworthy.”
Classical Arabic
Arabic
أمان (ʾamān)
“Peace, safety, security.”
Medieval Arabic
Arabic
أمان (ʾamān)
“A state of safety or protection, often in a religious context.”
Modern English
English
Aman
“A direct borrowing from Arabic, used in contexts referring to peace or safety.”
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