Jinnee (Noun)
Meaning
(Islam) an invisible spirit mentioned in the Koran and believed by Muslims to inhabit the earth and influence mankind by appearing in the form of humans or animals.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- In Islamic mythology, the jinnee is often depicted as a supernatural being that can be either benevolent or malevolent.
- The Koran teaches that humans and jinn were created to worship and serve God, and some Muslim theologians believe that jinn can be converted to Islam.
- Muslims believe that any unusual or inexplicable event can be attributed to the existence of a jinnee trying to influence their lives.
- The concept of the jinnee was popularized in Arabian Nights stories where jinn were often portrayed as powerful, magical creatures.
- According to Islamic tradition, the jinnee was created from smokeless fire, while humans were created from clay and angels from light.