Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
zemzem
noun
/ˈzɛm.zɛm/
Definition
Zemzem refers to a sacred well located in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, which is believed to have miraculous properties and is an important site for pilgrims.
Examples
- The water from the Zemzem well is a significant part of the Hajj pilgrimage.
- During the pilgrimage, many take bottles of Zemzem water back to their homes as a blessing.
Meaning
Zemzem is associated with water that is considered holy by Muslims, derived from the story of Hagar and her son Ishmael in Islamic tradition.
Synonyms
- None
