Houri
noun
A beautiful young woman, especially one of the paradise maidens described in Muslim tradition.
In paradise, believers are promised houris who will serve them.
Often appears as...
- houris of paradise
- beautiful houris
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noun
A beautiful young woman, especially one of the paradise maidens described in Muslim tradition.
In paradise, believers are promised houris who will serve them.
Often appears as...
- houris of paradise
- beautiful houris
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Significance
The concept of houris is deeply ingrained in Islamic cultural narratives and can vary in interpretation across different Muslim societies.
Many believe that houris represent a metaphor for divine rewards.
Pro Tip 2/3Literary Context
In literature, houris may symbolize unattainable beauty or ideals.
In poems, houris can be depicted as a metaphor for emotional longing.
Pro Tip 3/3Religious Imagery
Houris can illustrate the rewards of faith and virtue in Islamic texts.
In art and literature, houris are often reimagined to reflect contemporary beauty standards.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Significance
The concept of houris is deeply ingrained in Islamic cultural narratives and can vary in interpretation across different Muslim societies.
Many believe that houris represent a metaphor for divine rewards.
Pro Tip 2/3Literary Context
In literature, houris may symbolize unattainable beauty or ideals.
In poems, houris can be depicted as a metaphor for emotional longing.
Pro Tip 3/3Religious Imagery
Houris can illustrate the rewards of faith and virtue in Islamic texts.
In art and literature, houris are often reimagined to reflect contemporary beauty standards.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Significance
The concept of houris is deeply ingrained in Islamic cultural narratives and can vary in interpretation across different Muslim societies.
Many believe that houris represent a metaphor for divine rewards.
Pro Tip 2/3Literary Context
In literature, houris may symbolize unattainable beauty or ideals.
In poems, houris can be depicted as a metaphor for emotional longing.
Pro Tip 3/3Religious Imagery
Houris can illustrate the rewards of faith and virtue in Islamic texts.
In art and literature, houris are often reimagined to reflect contemporary beauty standards.
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