s-w-l

Description

The Arabic root سول (s-w-l) in the Quran carries the core meaning of embellishment, enticement, or the making of something appear attractive or desirable, often in a deceptive way. This root typically describes how the nafs (soul/self) or Shaytan beautifies evil actions or false beliefs in people's eyes, leading them astray by making wrong appear right. The Quranic usage emphasizes the internal psychological process of self-deception and temptation, warning believers about how sinful desires can be dressed up and rationalized to seem appealing or acceptable.