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 سُبْحَٰنَهُۥ وَتَعَٰلَىٰ is everywhere. Wherever you may be, He is with you. His vastness encompasses the entirety of the universe. He is not limited or bounded to one geographic location. He listens and responds to all who ask of Him because of the attribute of being Al-Wasi.
(وَلِلَّهِ ٱلْمَشْرِقُ وَٱلْمَغْرِبُ ۚ فَأَيْنَمَا تُوَلُّوا۟ فَثَمَّ وَجْهُ ٱللَّهِ ۚ إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ وَٰسِعٌ عَلِيمٌۭ)
(To Allah belong the east and the west, so wherever you turn you are facing ˹towards˺ Allah. Surely Allah is All-Encompassing, All-Knowing.) Al-Baqara 2: 11
His Mercy:
Another aspect of this name refers to the vastness of Allah’s mercy. His mercy, knowledge, and power are infinite. It is the work of Shaitan to make you believe that your plea for forgiveness will be rejected. The Qur’an and hadith affirm that our Lord is merciful. We may have done terrible things in the past. We may have repeated the same mistake to the point where it seems unredeemable. But how can we deny ourselves the mercy of Allah سُبْحَٰنَهُۥ وَتَعَٰلَىٰ when He says:
(ٱلشَّيْطَـٰنُ يَعِدُكُمُ ٱلْفَقْرَ وَيَأْمُرُكُم بِٱلْفَحْشَآءِ ۖ وَٱللَّهُ يَعِدُكُم مَّغْفِرَةًۭ مِّنْهُ وَفَضْلًۭا ۗ وَٱللَّهُ وَٰسِعٌ عَلِيمٌۭ) البقرة 2 : 268
(The Devil threatens you with ˹the prospect of˺ poverty and bids you to the shameful deed ˹of stinginess˺, while Allah promises you forgiveness and ˹great˺ bounties from Him. And Allah is All-Bountiful, All-Knowing.) Al-Baqara 2: 268
It is mentioned 9 times in the Holy Quran
The Boundless Presence of Al-Waasi’: Omnipresence in the Universe
Al-Waasi’, often translated as “The All-Encompassing” or “The Boundless,” symbolizes the infinite nature of Allah’s presence and reach. Unlike human perception which is confined by physical and temporal limits, Allah’s essence and presence permeate every aspect of the universe. This omnipresence reassures believers that Allah is always near, accessible from any location, at any time. Whether one faces the depths of despair or the heights of joy, Allah’s vast presence envelops them. This understanding encourages believers to turn to Him in all circumstances, knowing they are never alone or isolated from divine surveillance and support.
Infinite Mercy and Forgiveness: The Expansiveness of Al-Waasi’s Compassion
The attribute of Al-Waasi’ also profoundly underscores the vastness of Allah’s mercy and forgiveness. In a world where human errors and sins may seem unforgivable, the Quran reassures that Allah’s capacity to forgive is immeasurable and extends beyond human limitations. This boundless mercy provides comfort and hope to believers, motivating them to seek forgiveness regardless of the magnitude of their missteps. It dispels despair and instills hope, encouraging continuous return to Allah in repentance. The vastness of this mercy nurtures a forgiving spirit within the community, inspiring believers to also extend forgiveness to others, reflecting the divine attribute of mercy in their interactions.
The Assurance of Divine Provision: Al-Waasi’s Economic Encompassment
Al-Waasi’ not only refers to spatial and emotional vastness but also encompasses the breadth of Allah’s provision and sustenance. This attribute is particularly comforting in times of economic uncertainty or personal financial hardship. It encourages believers to recite and remember this name as a means to open doors of income and opportunities. The faith that Allah, as Al-Waasi’, will provide and that His treasures are limitless helps alleviate the fear of poverty instigated by Shaitan, as mentioned in the Quran. Believers are reminded to rely on Allah’s encompassing provision, which assures that their sustenance is written and will reach them at the decreed time, encouraging a life free from undue worry about worldly possessions.