Character & Virtue

Wajh

وَجْه · /wad͡ʒh/

Wajh literally means "face," and is also used to describe the true essence or intention behind an action, as in seeking the Face of Allah.

What does Wajh mean?

The phrase "seeking the Wajh of Allah" describes doing something purely for His sake, tying the word closely to the concept of sincerity in worship and daily conduct.