alMahjub

alMahjub is a term that can refer to several things, primarily a surname of Arabic origin or a description in Islamic jurisprudence. As a surname, alMahjub is found among various Arab communities and signifies descent or association with an ancestor or place. Its literal translation from Arabic often relates to being "veiled," "hidden," or "obscured," though the specific meaning within family lineages can vary.

In Islamic law, the term "mahjub" (or variations like "mahjoob") is used in the context of inheritance. It describes an heir who is prevented from inheriting a portion or all of the estate due to the existence of another heir who is closer in relation to the deceased. For example, a grandchild might be mahjub by a surviving child of the deceased. This concept is a significant element in the detailed rules of Islamic inheritance (ilm al-fara'id). The specific rules governing who is mahjub and to what extent are subject to interpretation among different schools of Islamic thought. Outside of inheritance, the term can also metaphorically describe something that is veiled or not immediately apparent.