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Encyclopedia of Religion entry for
Kharqu ‘L- ‘Adah
Lit. "The splitting of Nature." That which is contrary to the usual course of nature. A term used for miracles. Either (1) Mu ‘jizah, miracles worked by Prophets; or (2) Karamah, wonders performed by walis or saints; or (3) Istidraj, wonders worked by the power of Satan. [MIRACLES.] 
citations: Dictionary of Islam, Hughes
article created 2006-04-12 , last updated 2006-04-12
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