Meaning of the word 'Junub'

[Reader Questions]

Peace.

What is the meaning of word Junub and do menstruating women come under it as it is used in 4:43?

[Joseph Islam]

Peace,

'Junub' in the context of verse 4:43 refers to a state that is caused by sexual intercourse and discharge of semen.

"He was, or became, in the state of one who is termed جُنُب; (S, IAth, Mgh, L, Msb, K;) i. e., under the obligation of performing a total ablution, by reason of sexual intercourse and discharge of the semen." [1]

I hope this helps, God willing

Regards,
Joseph


REFERENCE:

[1] LANE. E.W, Edward Lanes Lexicon, Williams and Norgate 1863; Librairie du Liban Beirut-Lebanon 1968, Volume 2, Page 465