Reflections on the Name of Allah: Al-Aliyy The Most High, The One who is clear from the attributes of the creatures. Al-Aliyy, Al-Ala, and Muta-Ali:There are two names, Al-Aliyy (The High) and Al-Ala (The Most High). This is separate from the name, Al-Muta’Ali, which means The High Above, The Exalted. These names describe the transcendent nature […]
Reflections on the Name of Allah: Al-Kabeer The Most Great, The Great, The One who is greater than everything in status. The word “kabir” in Arabic is commonly associated with physical size or magnitude, its application to Allah transcends mere physical attributes. In the context of Allah, Al-Kabir signifies His greatness in all respects, encompassing […]
Reflections on the Name of Allah: Al-Hafiz / Al-Hafez The Preserver, The Protector, The One who protects whatever and whoever He willed to protect. Exploring the aspect of Allah as Al-Hafiz, the Preserver, brings forth profound insights into His role in safeguarding and protecting His creation. Imam al-Ghazali’s perspective highlights Allah’s perpetual sustenance of existing […]
Reflections on the Name of Allah: Al-Muqeet The Maintainer, The Guardian, The Feeder, The One who has the Power. A reflection on the name of Allah, Al-Muqeet, as the Nourisher, beautifully contrasts physical and spiritual needs, highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing the latter. The initial focus on physical nourishment, such as food and […]
Reflections on the Name of Allah: Al-Haseeb The Reckoner, The One who gives the satisfaction. Al-Haseeb is closely related to the name Al-Muqeet. Al-Haseeb (الحسيب): Third meaning: ( وابتلوا۟ ٱلْيَتَـٰمَىٰ حَتَّىٰٓ إِذَا بَلَغُوا۟ ٱلنِّكَاحَ فَإِنْ ءَانَسْتُم مِّنْهُمْ رُشْدًۭا فَٱدْفَعُوٓا۟ إِلَيْهِمْ أَمْوَٰلَهُمْ ۖ وَلَا تَأْكُلُوهَآ إِسْرَافًۭا وَبِدَارًا أَن يَكْبَرُوا۟ ۚ وَمَن كَانَ غَنِيًّۭا فَلْيَسْتَعْفِفْ ۖ وَمَن […]
Reflections on the Name of Allah: Al-Jaleel The Sublime One, The Beneficent, The One who is attributed with greatness of Power and Glory of status. Majestic is a term that evokes grandeur, awe, and greatness. When we describe something as majestic, we emphasize its extraordinary and impressive qualities. In summary, to be majestic is to […]
Reflections on the Name of Allah: Al-Kareem The Generous One, The Gracious, The One who is attributed with greatness of Power and Glory of status. The name Al-Kareem is understood to have two meanings. First Interpretation of the Name: More commonly understood to be the one who is generous or bestows honor. But some scholars […]
Reflections on the Name of Allah: Ar-Raqeeb The Watcher, The One that nothing is absent from Him. Hence, it’s meaning is related to the attribute of Knowledge. Allah Almighty says: There are two connotations as to what it means for Allah سُبْحَٰنَهُۥ وَتَعَٰلَىٰ to be the all-watchful. The first is obvious, He sees the deeds […]
Reflections on the Name of Allah: Al-Mujeeb The Responsive, The Hearkener, The One who answers the one in need if he asks Him and rescues the yearned if he calls upon Him. The notion of closeness with Allah transcends mere physical proximity; it encompasses a deep, intimate relationship based on trust, understanding, and care. Just […]
Reflections on the Name of Allah: Al-Waasi’ Allah opens the doors of income if someone recites this name many times. His difficulties in earning be vanished. His Omnipresence:The name Al-Wasi has been mentioned nine times in the Qur’an and has a variety of meanings that we will uncover. The first refers to His vastness. Allah […]