Qasam
Qasam is an Arabic term primarily meaning an oath or vow. In transliteration from Arabic, it appears in several variants, including Qasām, Qasem, Qasim, Qassim, Qassam, Kasem, and Kassim. The word is used as a noun for an oath or pledge, and as a verb form related to swearing. Beyond its juridical sense, Qasam also occurs as a personal name or surname in various Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities.
Etymology and linguistic usage: The term derives from the root Q-S-M. The noun qasm (قَسْم) can mean
Usage and cultural context: The concept of oath (qasm) is embedded in Qur’anic verses, religious poetry, and
Variants and transliteration: Variants arise from differences in transliteration from Arabic to Latin script. Common forms