l-f-t

Description

The Arabic root لفت (l-f-t) carries the core meaning of turning or diverting something from its original direction, whether physically turning one's body or head, or metaphorically deflecting attention or intent. In the Quran, it appears in contexts of looking back during critical moments of divine action, such as Lot's wife being commanded not to turn around during the destruction of her people, and more broadly in reference to turning people away from faith or truth. The root emphasizes the serious consequences of misdirected attention or deviation from the straight path, particularly when divine guidance or warnings are involved.