What is bahrul muhit?

Bahrul Muhit is a comprehensive Arabic-Indonesian dictionary that was originally written by Muhammad bin Abdul Karim al-Shahrani, a 17th-century scholar from Mecca. The dictionary is considered one of the most significant works of its kind in the Indonesian language and is widely used by students, scholars, and native speakers alike. It is known for its detailed definitions and thorough explanations of Arabic terms, as well as its extensive examples and citations from the Quran, hadith, and classical Arabic literature. The first edition of Bahrul Muhit was published in Batavia (modern-day Jakarta) in 1893 and has since been revised and expanded multiple times. The dictionary remains a popular resource for those studying the Arabic language in Indonesia and other parts of Southeast Asia.