r-w-gh

Description

The Arabic root روغ (r-w-gh) conveys the core meaning of turning away, slipping away, or moving stealthily toward something, often with an element of subtlety or concealment. In the Quranic context, it appears notably in the story of Prophet Ibrahim when he "turned away" discreetly to destroy the idols (Saffat 37:91), emphasizing his careful, deliberate movement to accomplish his mission without immediate detection. The root captures both physical movement and the nuanced intention behind that movement, suggesting a purposeful yet inconspicuous change in direction or action.