Meaning of the term 'fitna' in its original language

The term 'fitna' originally meant the process of purifying gold or any metal by melting it under extreme heat, which melts away any impurities. It was also used to describe heating or molding wood or coins. Fitna is a test that burns deep inside and challenges a person to their innermost depths. It refers to a serious and difficult test that a person goes through, distinguishing it from other tests. In our lives, good and bad experiences are all tests, but some are more challenging and qualify as 'fitna'.