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Shahid
Witness
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Shahid (also spelled Shaheed) is an Arabic name meaning 'witness', 'testifier', or 'martyr'. It originates from the Quranic Arabic word meaning 'witness'. The word 'shahid' in Arabic means 'witness', and it is also used to denote a martyr in Islam who is slain in the cause of God. The name carries the beautiful meaning of being a witness to truth and righteousness. It is a popular name in Muslim communities, particularly in South Asia, the Middle East, and Afghanistan. The related term 'shahadah' is the Islamic declaration of faith.
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Shahid
Shahid (also spelled Shaheed) is an Arabic name meaning 'witness', 'testifier', or 'martyr'. It originates from the Quranic Arabic word meaning 'witness'. The word 'shahid' in Arabic means 'witness', and it is also used to denote a martyr in Islam who is slain in the cause of God. The name carries the beautiful meaning of being a witness to truth and righteousness. It is a popular name in Muslim communities, particularly in South Asia, the Middle East, and Afghanistan. The related term 'shahadah' is the Islamic declaration of faith.
شاہد
شاہد عربی نام ہے جس کا مطلب ہے 'گواہ' یا 'شہید'۔ یہ نام سچائی اور راست بازی کا گواہ ہونے کا خوبصورت مفہوم رکھتا ہے۔
شَاهِد
شاهد اسم عربي يعني 'الشاهد' أو 'الشهيد'. الاسم يحمل معنى الشهادة للحق والاستقامة. هو اسم شائع في المجتمعات المسلمة، خاصة في جنوب آسيا والشرق الأوسط.
Sports
Former Pakistani cricketer and captain of the Pakistan national cricket team, known for his aggressive batting style.
Acting
Indian Bollywood actor.
Politics
Former Prime Minister of Pakistan.
Shahid is a Quranic name with beautiful meanings of witnessing to truth and righteousness.
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