Qáim

Qáim, often transliterated as al-Qa'im, is a transliteration of the Arabic word قـائِم meaning "the one who rises" or "the standing one." The term appears in various contexts, including religious language, geography, and personal or place names in the Arab world. The diacritic in the spelling signals a pronunciation emphasis found in some transliteration schemes.

In Islamic eschatology, al-Qa'im bi-l-zaman is a title used for the anticipated redeemer in Twelver Shia belief, commonly identified with the Mahdi. The figure is described as appearing to establish justice and restore order in the world at the end of times. The exact interpretation and emphasis of this title can vary among communities within Shia Islam.

Geography and places: Al-Qaim is a town and administrative center in western Iraq, serving as the seat of Al-Qaim District in Al Anbar Governorate. It lies on the Euphrates River near the Iraqi–Syrian border, opposite the Syrian town of Al-Bukamal. The location has strategic significance due to its border position and its role in regional conflicts since the 2000s.

Other uses: The word qa'im functions as a common noun in modern Arabic and also appears as a surname. It is also used in various place names across the Arab world, reflecting the root meaning of standing or rising.