Taqwa⭐
تقویٰ
تَقْوَى
Taqwā
Pronunciation: TAQ-wah
🕌Quranic TermsAdvancedFebruary 6, 2026
God-consciousness, piety, and mindfulness of the Divine in all actions.
Full Definition
Taqwa is a comprehensive Islamic concept that encompasses piety, God-consciousness, and spiritual awareness. It represents a state of being where an individual is constantly mindful of Allah's presence and acts accordingly. Taqwa involves both avoiding prohibited actions and fulfilling obligatory duties.
Etymology & Origin
Derived from the Arabic root "w-q-y" (وقي), which means "to protect" or "to guard." Taqwa essentially means protecting oneself from God's displeasure.
Synonyms
PietyGod-fearingRighteousness
Antonyms
HeedlessnessNeglect
Tags
god-consciousnesspietyrighteousnessspiritual developmentquranic concept