'-s-y

Description

The Arabic root ع-ص-ي (ʿ-ṣ-y) carries the core meaning of disobedience, defiance, or rebellion against authority, particularly against divine commands. In the Quranic context, this root consistently describes the act of willfully rejecting or failing to comply with God's orders, whether by prophets, communities, or individuals, emphasizing human moral agency and accountability. The root's significance lies in its portrayal of disobedience as a deliberate choice that leads to spiritual and sometimes worldly consequences, contrasting with obedience (ṭāʿa) as the path to righteousness and divine favor.