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The question

What does (el Eftekad – Spiritual Visitation) mean in Arabic & English, because I do not think it is just visiting?

The answer

Eftekad (Spiritual Visitation) is a process of making a spiritual connection with someone though a combination of the following:

(1) Love

Seeking Out

Visitation

Follow-up

Prayer

Taking Interest

Befriending

Evangelizing

Service

Trust

Going the 2nd Mile

Acceptance

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