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The 99 names of Allah, also known as Asma’ul Husna, hold immense significance and virtues in Islamic tradition. Each name reflects a distinct attribute of Allah and carries profound meanings and benefits for believers who recite and understand them. Here are some of the virtues associated with these names:
- Ar-Rahman (The Most Merciful) – Reciting this name regularly can invoke Allah’s infinite mercy and compassion in one’s life.
- Ar-Rahim (The Most Compassionate) – Reciting this name fosters a sense of closeness to Allah’s compassion and helps in seeking His mercy.
- Al-Malik (The King) – Regular recitation can lead to gaining respect and authority in this world and the hereafter.
- Al-Quddus (The Most Holy) – Reciting this name purifies the heart and mind from worldly impurities.
- As-Salam (The Source of Peace) – Reciting this name brings peace and tranquility in one’s life.
- Al-Mu’min (The Guarantor) – Reciting this name can provide safety and protection from harm.
- Al-Muhaymin (The Guardian) – Recitation helps in gaining Allah’s protection and vigilance over one’s affairs.
- Al-Aziz (The Almighty) – Reciting this name regularly can bring strength and power in difficult situations.
- Al-Jabbar (The Compeller) – Reciting this name helps in overcoming oppression and compulsion.
- Al-Mutakabbir (The Supreme) – Recitation instills a sense of humility and submission to Allah’s greatness.
- Al-Khaliq (The Creator) – Reciting this name fosters creativity and inspiration in one’s endeavors.
- Al-Bari (The Evolver) – Regular recitation can help in resolving difficulties and evolving spiritually.
- Al-Musawwir (The Fashioner) – Reciting this name can enhance artistic and creative skills.
- Al-Ghaffar (The Ever-Forgiving) – Recitation leads to seeking and obtaining Allah’s forgiveness for sins.
- Al-Qahhar (The All-Subduer) – Reciting this name helps in overcoming enemies and negative influences.
- Al-Wahhab (The Bestower) – Regular recitation can attract Allah’s bounties and blessings.
- Ar-Razzaq (The Provider) – Reciting this name brings sustenance and provision from unexpected sources.
- Al-Fattah (The Opener) – Recitation helps in opening closed doors and easing difficulties.
- Al-Alim (The All-Knowing) – Reciting this name increases knowledge and understanding.
- Al-Qabid (The Withholder) – Reciting this name helps in self-control and discipline.
- Al-Basit (The Extender) – Recitation leads to the expansion of sustenance and opportunities.
- Al-Khafid (The Abaser) – Reciting this name helps in being humble and grounded.
- Ar-Rafi (The Exalter) – Regular recitation can elevate one’s status and honor.
- Al-Mu’izz (The Honorer) – Reciting this name brings honor and dignity.
- Al-Mudhill (The Dishonorer) – Recitation helps in avoiding disgrace and dishonor.
- As-Sami (The All-Hearing) – Regular recitation enhances one’s ability to listen and understand.
- Al-Basir (The All-Seeing) – Recitation helps in gaining insight and clear vision in life.
- Al-Hakam (The Judge) – Reciting this name can lead to fair and just decisions.
- Al-Adl (The Just) – Regular recitation fosters a sense of justice and fairness.
- Al-Latif (The Subtle One) – Reciting this name brings subtle blessings and gentle guidance.
- Al-Khabir (The All-Aware) – Regular recitation increases awareness and understanding of subtle matters.
- Al-Halim (The Forbearing) – Reciting this name fosters patience and forbearance in difficult times.
- Al-Azim (The Magnificent) – Regular recitation enhances one’s sense of awe and reverence for Allah.
- Al-Ghafur (The Forgiving) – Recitation leads to seeking and obtaining forgiveness.
- Ash-Shakur (The Grateful) – Reciting this name fosters a sense of gratitude and contentment.
- Al-Ali (The Most High) – Regular recitation brings elevation in rank and status.
- Al-Kabir (The Most Great) – Reciting this name fosters humility and recognition of Allah’s greatness.
- Al-Hafiz (The Preserver) – Reciting this name ensures protection and preservation from harm.
- Al-Muqit (The Sustainer) – Regular recitation helps in sustaining one’s physical and spiritual needs.
- Al-Hasib (The Reckoner) – Reciting this name brings a sense of accountability and balance.
- Al-Jalil (The Majestic) – Recitation instills a sense of majesty and dignity.
- Al-Karim (The Generous) – Regular recitation attracts generosity and kindness.
- Ar-Raqib (The Watchful) – Reciting this name enhances awareness of Allah’s presence.
- Al-Mujib (The Responsive) – Regular recitation ensures that prayers and requests are answered.
- Al-Wasi (The All-Encompassing) – Reciting this name brings abundance and vastness in life.
- Al-Hakim (The All-Wise) – Regular recitation enhances wisdom and understanding.
- Al-Wadud (The Loving) – Reciting this name fosters love and compassion.
- Al-Majid (The Glorious) – Regular recitation enhances one’s sense of glory and respect.
- Al-Baith (The Resurrector) – Reciting this name brings renewal and revival in life.
- Ash-Shahid (The Witness) – Regular recitation enhances one’s sense of accountability and awareness.
- Al-Haqq (The Truth) – Reciting this name brings truth and clarity in one’s life.
- Al-Wakil (The Trustee) – Regular recitation fosters trust and reliance on Allah.
- Al-Qawi (The Strong) – Reciting this name brings strength and resilience.
- Al-Matin (The Firm) – Regular recitation ensures firmness and stability.
- Al-Wali (The Protecting Friend) – Reciting this name brings a sense of protection and guidance.
- Al-Hamid (The Praiseworthy) – Regular recitation fosters gratitude and praise.
- Al-Muhsi (The Reckoner) – Reciting this name brings a sense of order and accountability.
- Al-Mubdi (The Originator) – Regular recitation fosters creativity and innovation.
- Al-Muid (The Restorer) – Reciting this name brings restoration and healing.
- Al-Muhyi (The Giver of Life) – Regular recitation brings vitality and life.
- Al-Mumit (The Creator of Death) – Reciting this name fosters a sense of acceptance and peace with life’s end.
- Al-Hayy (The Ever-Living) – Regular recitation brings a sense of life and vitality.
- Al-Qayyum (The Sustainer) – Reciting this name ensures support and sustenance.
- Al-Wajid (The Finder) – Regular recitation helps in finding lost things and solutions.
- Al-Majid (The Noble) – Reciting this name enhances nobility and honor.
- Al-Wahid (The One) – Regular recitation fosters a sense of unity and oneness with Allah.
- Al-Ahad (The Unique) – Reciting this name brings a sense of uniqueness and individuality.
- As-Samad (The Eternal) – Regular recitation fosters a sense of eternal reliance on Allah.
- Al-Qadir (The Able) – Reciting this name brings ability and capability in one’s endeavors.
- Al-Muqtadir (The Omnipotent) – Regular recitation ensures omnipotent support in life.
- Al-Muqaddim (The Expediter) – Reciting this name brings advancement and progress.
- Al-Muakhir (The Delayer) – Regular recitation fosters patience and acceptance of delays.
- Al-Awwal (The First) – Reciting this name ensures a sense of priority and precedence.
- Al-Akhir (The Last) – Regular recitation brings a sense of conclusion and completeness.
- Az-Zahir (The Manifest) – Reciting this name brings clarity and manifestation.
- Al-Batin (The Hidden) – Regular recitation fosters a sense of hidden support and protection.
- Al-Wali (The Governor) – Reciting this name ensures governance and control in life.
- Al-Mutaali (The Exalted) – Regular recitation enhances one’s sense of exaltation and dignity.
- Al-Barr (The Source of All Goodness) – Reciting this name brings goodness and benevolence.
- At-Tawwab (The Ever-Pardoning) – Regular recitation ensures repentance and forgiveness.
- Al-Muntaqim (The Avenger) – Reciting this name helps in seeking justice and retribution.
- Al-Afu (The Pardoner) – Regular recitation fosters a sense of pardon and mercy.
- Ar-Rauf (The Most Kind) – Reciting this name brings kindness and compassion.
- Malik al-Mulk (Master of the Kingdom) – Regular recitation ensures mastery and control over one’s affairs.
- Dhual-Jalali wal-Ikram (Lord of Glory and Honor) – Reciting this name brings glory and honor in life.
- Al-Muqsit (The Just) – Regular recitation fosters a sense of fairness and justice.
- Al-Jami (The Gatherer) – Reciting this name ensures unity and gathering of dispersed matters.
- Al-Ghani (The Self-Sufficient) – Regular recitation fosters self-sufficiency and independence.
- Al-Mughni (The Enricher) – Reciting this name brings enrichment and prosperity.
- Al-Mani (The Preventer) – Regular recitation ensures prevention from harm and evil.
- Ad-Darr (The Distresser) – Reciting this name helps in overcoming distress and difficulties.
- An-Nafi (The Propitious) – Regular recitation brings benefit and positivity.
- An-Nur (The Light) – Reciting this name brings light and clarity in one’s life.
- Al-Hadi (The Guide) – Regular recitation ensures guidance and direction.
- Al-Badi (The Incomparable) – Reciting this name brings a sense of uniqueness and innovation.
- Al-Baqi (The Everlasting) – Regular recitation fosters a sense of eternal reliance on Allah.
- Al-Warith (The Inheritor) – Reciting this name ensures inheritance and continuity.
- Ar-Rashid (The Guide to the Right Path) – Regular recitation brings guidance to the right path.
- As-Sabur (The Patient) – Reciting this name fosters patience and perseverance.
Here are the 99 names of Allah in Arabic & Meaning ( In Short):-
Ar-Rahman (الرحمن) – The Most Merciful , Ar-Rahim (الرحيم) – The Most Compassionate,
Al-Malik (الملك) – The King, The Sovereign , Al-Quddus (القدوس) – The Most Holy ,
As-Salam (السلام) – The Source of Peace , Al-Mu’min (المؤمن) – The Guarantor ,
Al-Muhaymin (المهيمن) – The Guardian, Al-Aziz (العزيز) – The Almighty,
Al-Jabbar (الجبار) – The Compeller, Al-Mutakabbir (المتكبر) – The Supreme,
Al-Khaliq (الخالق) – The Creator, Al-Bari (البارئ) – The Evolver,
Al-Musawwir (المصور) – The Fashioner, Al-Ghaffar (الغفار) – The Ever-Forgiving,
Al-Qahhar (القهار) – The All-Subduer, Al-Wahhab (الوهاب) – The Bestower,
Ar-Razzaq (الرزاق) – The Provider, Al-Fattah (الفتاح) – The Opener,
Al-Alim (العليم) – The All-Knowing, Al-Qabid (القابض) – The Withholder,
Al-Basit (الباسط) – The Extender, Al-Khafid (الخافض) – The Abaser,
Ar-Rafi (الرافع) – The Exalter, Al-Mu’izz (المعز) – The Honorer,
Al-Mudhill (المذل) – The Dishonorer, As-Sami (السميع) – The All-Hearing,
Al-Basir (البصير) – The All-Seeing, Al-Hakam (الحكم) – The Judge,
Al-Adl (العدل) – The Just, Al-Latif (اللطيف) – The Subtle One,
Al-Khabir (الخبير) – The All-Aware, Al-Halim (الحليم) – The Forbearing,
Al-Azim (العظيم) – The Magnificent, Al-Ghafur (الغفور) – The Forgiving
Ash-Shakur (الشكور) – The Grateful, Al-Ali (العلي) – The Most High,
Al-Kabir (الكبير) – The Most Great, Al-Hafiz (الحفيظ) – The Preserver,
Al-Muqit (المقيت) – The Sustainer, Al-Hasib (الحسيب) – The Reckoner,
Al-Jalil (الجليل) – The Majestic, Al-Karim (الكريم) – The Generous,
Ar-Raqib (الرقيب) – The Watchful, Al-Mujib (المجيب) – The Responsive,
Al-Wasi (الواسع) – The All-Encompassing, Al-Hakim (الحكيم) – The All-Wise,
Al-Wadud (الودود) – The Loving, Al-Majid (المجيد) – The Glorious,
Al-Baith (الباعث) – The Resurrector, Ash-Shahid (الشهيد) – The Witness,
Al-Haqq (الحق) – The Truth, Al-Wakil (الوكيل) – The Trustee,
Al-Qawi (القوي) – The Strong, Al-Matin (المتين) – The Firm,
Al-Wali (الولي) – The Protecting Friend, Al-Hamid (الحميد) – The Praiseworthy,
Al-Muhsi (المحصي) – The Reckoner, Al-Mubdi (المبدئ) – The Originator,
Al-Muid (المعيد) – The Restorer, Al-Muhyi (المحيي) – The Giver of Life,
Al-Mumit (المميت) – The Creator of Death, Al-Hayy (الحي) – The Ever-Living,
Al-Qayyum (القيوم) – The Sustainer, Al-Wajid (الواجد) – The Finder,
Al-Majid (الماجد) – The Noble, Al-Wahid (الواحد) – The One,
Al-Ahad (الأحد) – The Unique, As-Samad (الصمد) – The Eternal,
Al-Qadir (القادر) – The Able, Al-Muqtadir (المقتدر) – The Omnipotent,
Al-Muqaddim (المقدم) – The Expediter, Al-Muakhir (المؤخر) – The Delayer,
Al-Awwal (الأول) – The First, Al-Akhir (الآخر) – The Last,
Az-Zahir (الظاهر) – The Manifest, Al-Batin (الباطن) – The Hidden,
Al-Wali (الوالي) – The Governor, Al-Mutaali (المتعالي) – The Exalted,
Al-Barr (البر) – The Source of All Goodness, At-Tawwab (التواب) – The Ever-Pardoning,
Al-Muntaqim (المنتقم) – The Avenger, Al-Afu (العفو) – The Pardoner,
Ar-Rauf (الرؤوف) – The Most Kind, Malik al-Mulk (مالك الملك) – Master of the Kingdom,
Dhual-Jalali wal-Ikram (ذو الجلال والإكرام) – Lord of Glory and Honor, Al-Muqsit (المقسط) – The Just,
Al-Jami (الجامع) – The Gatherer, Al-Ghani (الغني) – The Self-Sufficient,
Al-Mughni (المغني) – The Enricher, Al-Mani (المانع) – The Preventer,
Ad-Darr (الضار) – The Distresser, An-Nafi (النافع) – The Propitious,
An-Nur (النور) – The Light, Al-Hadi (الهادي) – The Guide,
Al-Badi (البديع) – The Incomparable, Al-Baqi (الباقي) – The Everlasting,
Al-Warith (الوارث) – The Inheritor, Ar-Rashid (الرشيد) – The Guide to the Right Path,
As-Sabur (الصبور) – The Patient
The virtues of Allah’s 99 names in the light of Hadith with Refarance: Details
The virtues of reciting and understanding the 99 names of Allah, known as Asma’ul Husna, are highlighted in various Hadith. Here are some virtues mentioned in the Hadith along with their references:
- General Virtue of Knowing the Names of Allah
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said, “Allah has ninety-nine names, i.e. one-hundred minus one, and whoever ‘ahsaaha’ (enumerates them, believes in them, ponders their meanings, and acts according to them) will enter Paradise.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 50, Hadith 894; Sahih Muslim, Book 35, Hadith 6475)
- Ar-Rahman and Ar-Rahim (The Most Merciful, The Most Compassionate)
- Virtue: These names remind believers of Allah’s infinite mercy and compassion.
- Hadith Reference: Abdullah ibn Amr reported that the Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said, “The merciful are shown mercy by the All-Merciful. Be merciful on the earth, and you will be shown mercy from above.” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Book 27, Hadith 2049)
- Al-Malik (The King)
- Virtue: Recognizing Allah’s sovereignty and submitting to His authority.
- Hadith Reference: Narrated Ibn Abbas, the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah’s is the dominion of the heavens and the earth and everything therein. He gives life and causes death, and He is over all things competent.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 60, Hadith 337)
- Al-Ghaffar (The Ever-Forgiving)
- Virtue: Encourages seeking forgiveness from Allah.
- Hadith Reference: Anas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “By Him in Whose Hand is my life, if you were not to sin, Allah would sweep you out of existence and He would replace you by those people who would commit sin and seek forgiveness from Allah, and He would pardon them.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 50, Hadith 2749)
- Al-Halim (The Forbearing)
- Virtue: Promotes patience and forbearance in believers.
- Hadith Reference: Aisha reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah is Forbearing and loves forbearance in all matters.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 56, Hadith 759)
- Al-Azim (The Magnificent)
- Virtue: Cultivates awe and reverence for Allah.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said, “Whoever glorifies Allah after every prayer thirty-three times, and praises Allah thirty-three times, and extols Allah thirty-three times, that is ninety-nine, then completes a hundred by saying: ‘None has the right to be worshipped but Allah alone, Who has no partner; to Him belongs all sovereignty and praise, and He is over all things Omnipotent,’ his sins will be forgiven even if they are like the foam of the sea.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 4, Hadith 1243)
- Al-Qadir (The Able)
- Virtue: Strengthens faith in Allah’s power and ability to do all things.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “When Allah decrees a matter, He only says to it: ‘Be,’ and it is.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 35, Hadith 6477)
- Al-Wadud (The Loving)
- Virtue: Encourages believers to embody love and kindness.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “You will not enter paradise until you believe, and you will not believe until you love one another. Shall I tell you something you can do to make you love one another? Spread peace among yourselves.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 1, Hadith 96)
- Al-Hakim (The All-Wise)
- Virtue: Instills wisdom and promotes seeking knowledge.
- Hadith Reference: Ibn Mas’ud reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Envy is not justified but in two cases: A man whom Allah has given wisdom and he acts according to it and teaches it to others, and a man whom Allah has given wealth and he spends it righteously.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 24, Hadith 490)
- Ar-Razzaq (The Provider)
- Virtue: Trust in Allah’s provision and sustenance.
- Hadith Reference: Umar ibn Al-Khattab reported that the Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said, “If you were to rely upon Allah with reliance due to Him, then He would provide for you just as He provides for the birds. They go out in the morning with empty stomachs and return full.” (Sunan Ibn Majah, Book 37, Hadith 4164)
- As-Sami (The All-Hearing)
- Virtue: Encourages believers to be mindful that Allah hears all supplications and conversations.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Musa reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “O people, be mindful of your Lord who is All-Hearing, All-Seeing. Verily, the one who walks on the path of Allah, and does good deeds, Allah will raise his status.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 73, Hadith 18)
- Al-Basir (The All-Seeing)
- Virtue: Reminds believers that Allah sees all actions, promoting righteousness and piety.
- Hadith Reference: Anas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Beware of the supplication of the oppressed, for there is no barrier between it and Allah.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 73, Hadith 58)
- Al-Hakam (The Judge)
- Virtue: Instills a sense of justice and fairness in believers.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “When Allah decrees a matter, He only says to it: ‘Be,’ and it is.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 93, Hadith 501)
- Al-Adl (The Just)
- Virtue: Encourages believers to uphold justice and equity in their dealings.
- Hadith Reference: Ibn Umar reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah loves the just ruler.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 33, Hadith 13)
- Al-Latif (The Subtle One)
- Virtue: Promotes the awareness of Allah’s subtle blessings and guidance.
- Hadith Reference: Aisha reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Indeed, Allah is Gentle and loves gentleness in all matters.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 73, Hadith 135)
- Al-Khabir (The All-Aware)
- Virtue: Reminds believers that Allah is aware of all their actions, intentions, and thoughts.
- Hadith Reference: Hudhayfa reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Do not be a blind follower saying that if people do good then we will do good, and if they do wrong then we will do wrong. But instead make up your own minds; if people do good, then you should do good, and if they do evil, then you should avoid their evil.” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Book 27, Hadith 2097)
- Al-Halim (The Forbearing)
- Virtue: Encourages patience and forbearance in the face of adversity.
- Hadith Reference: Anas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “The believer who mixes with people and endures their harm is better than the believer who does not mix with people and endure their harm.” (Sunan Ibn Majah, Book 37, Hadith 4032)
- Al-Azim (The Magnificent)
- Virtue: Inspires awe and reverence for Allah’s greatness.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “The greatness of Allah is greater than anything in the heavens and the earth.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 1, Hadith 72)
- Al-Ghafur (The Forgiving)
- Virtue: Encourages seeking Allah’s forgiveness and being forgiving towards others.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “If anyone constantly seeks pardon (from Allah), Allah will appoint for him a way out of every distress and a relief from every anxiety, and will provide sustenance for him from where he expects not.” (Sunan Abu Dawood, Book 8, Hadith 1513)
- Ash-Shakur (The Grateful)
- Virtue: Promotes gratitude towards Allah for His blessings.
- Hadith Reference: Jabir reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “The best remembrance is ‘There is no god but Allah,’ and the best supplication is ‘All praise is due to Allah.’” (Sunan Ibn Majah, Book 34, Hadith 3790)
- Al-Ali (The Most High)
- Virtue: Encourages humility and submission to Allah’s supreme authority.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Sa’id Khudri reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Whoever humbles himself for the sake of Allah, Allah will exalt him.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 33, Hadith 14)
- Al-Kabir (The Most Great)
- Virtue: Promotes recognizing and revering Allah’s greatness above all else.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah is Most Great and more Exalted than anything.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 75, Hadith 338)
- Al-Hafiz (The Preserver)
- Virtue: Inspires trust in Allah’s protection and preservation.
- Hadith Reference: Abdullah ibn Abbas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Be mindful of Allah, and He will protect you. Be mindful of Allah, and you will find Him before you.” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Book 36, Hadith 2516)
- Al-Muqit (The Sustainer)
- Virtue: Reinforces belief in Allah as the provider of all needs.
- Hadith Reference: Umar ibn Al-Khattab reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “If you were to rely upon Allah with reliance due to Him, then He would provide for you just as He provides for the birds. They go out in the morning with empty stomachs and return full.” (Sunan Ibn Majah, Book 37, Hadith 4164)
- Al-Hasib (The Reckoner)
- Virtue: Encourages a sense of accountability and responsibility for one’s actions.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Take account of yourselves before you are taken to account, and weigh your deeds before they are weighed for you.” (Musnad Ahmad, Hadith 12160)
- Al-Jalil (The Majestic)
- Virtue: Instills a sense of awe and respect for Allah’s majesty and grandeur.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Indeed, Allah is Majestic and loves majesty.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 1, Hadith 68)
- Al-Karim (The Generous)
- Virtue: Encourages generosity and kindness towards others.
- Hadith Reference: Anas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah is Generous and loves generosity in all matters.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 43, Hadith 7061)
- Ar-Raqib (The Watchful)
- Virtue: Promotes mindfulness of Allah’s constant watchfulness over all affairs.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Fear Allah wherever you are, follow up a bad deed with a good one, and treat people with good character.” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Book 27, Hadith 1987)
- Al-Mujib (The Responsive)
- Virtue: Encourages making supplications to Allah and trusting in His response.
- Hadith Reference: Abdullah ibn Abbas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Know that Allah does not answer the supplication from a heedless and inattentive heart.” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Book 48, Hadith 3479)
- Al-Wasi (The All-Encompassing)
- Virtue: Reminds believers of Allah’s encompassing knowledge, mercy, and provision.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah’s mercy overpowers His wrath.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 37, Hadith 6628)
- Al-Hakim (The All-Wise)
- Virtue: Encourages seeking wisdom and understanding in all matters.
- Hadith Reference: Ibn Mas’ud reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “The most beloved words to Allah are four: Subhanallah (Glory be to Allah), Alhamdulillah (Praise be to Allah), La ilaha illallah (There is no god but Allah), and Allahu Akbar (Allah is the Greatest).” (Sahih Muslim, Book 48, Hadith 6734)
- Al-Wadud (The Loving)
- Virtue: Promotes love and compassion among believers.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “You will not enter paradise until you believe, and you will not believe until you love one another.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 1, Hadith 96)
- Al-Majid (The Glorious)
- Virtue: Inspires reverence for Allah’s glory and magnificence.
- Hadith Reference: Anas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah’s hand is full, and its fullness is not diminished by His giving, night and day.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 64, Hadith 435)
- Al-Baith (The Resurrector)
- Virtue: Strengthens belief in resurrection and the Day of Judgment.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “People will be gathered on the Day of Resurrection in three types: one walking, one riding, and one dragging on their faces.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 76, Hadith 577)
- Ash-Shahid (The Witness)
- Virtue: Reminds believers of Allah’s presence and witness over all actions.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah is more pleased with the repentance of one of you than a man who lost his camel in a barren desert and then found it suddenly.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 50, Hadith 2675)
- Al-Haqq (The Truth)
- Virtue: Encourages adherence to truth and integrity in all matters.
- Hadith Reference: Abdullah ibn Mas’ud reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Truthfulness leads to righteousness, and righteousness leads to Paradise.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 73, Hadith 116)
- Al-Wakil (The Trustee)
- Virtue: Promotes trust and reliance on Allah for all needs.
- Hadith Reference: Umar ibn Al-Khattab reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “If you rely upon Allah with due reliance, He will provide for you as He provides for the birds. They go out in the morning hungry and return satisfied.” (Sunan Ibn Majah, Book 37, Hadith 4164)
- Al-Qawi (The Strong)
- Virtue: Encourages seeking strength and support from Allah.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “The strong believer is better and more beloved to Allah than the weak believer, while there is good in both.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 33, Hadith 2664)
- Al-Matin (The Firm)
- Virtue: Promotes stability and firmness in faith and actions.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Whoever seeks to be patient, Allah will make him patient. No one can be given a blessing better and greater than patience.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 24, Hadith 548)
- Al-Wali (The Protecting Friend)
- Virtue: Encourages believers to seek Allah’s protection and guardianship.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah says: I am with My servant when he remembers Me and moves his lips in mention of Me.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 75, Hadith 373)
- Al-Hamid (The Praiseworthy)
- Virtue: Encourages praising and thanking Allah for His blessings.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Malik al-Ashari reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Purity is half of faith and al-hamdu lillah (all praise is due to Allah) fills the scale.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 2, Hadith 432)
- Al-Muhsi (The Reckoner)
- Virtue: Reminds believers that Allah keeps account of all deeds.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Whoever says, ‘Subhan Allah wa bihamdihi’ (Glory and praise be to Allah), one hundred times a day, will have his sins forgiven even if they are like the foam of the sea.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 75, Hadith 414)
- Al-Mubdi (The Originator)
- Virtue: Encourages believers to appreciate Allah’s creation and creativity.
- Hadith Reference: Aisha reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah created the heavens and the earth in six days, then He established Himself above the Throne.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 54, Hadith 414)
- Al-Muid (The Restorer)
- Virtue: Strengthens belief in resurrection and restoration.
- Hadith Reference: Anas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah will restore what He wills, and He will do what He wills.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 33, Hadith 6422)
- Al-Muhyi (The Giver of Life)
- Virtue: Encourages appreciation for the gift of life and health.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Whoever visits a sick person or visits his brother in Islam, it will be said to him: You have done well, your walking is blessed, and you have prepared a place for yourself in Paradise.” (Sunan Ibn Majah, Book 2, Hadith 1443)
- Al-Mumit (The Creator of Death)
- Virtue: Reminds believers of the reality of death and the afterlife.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Remember frequently the destroyer of pleasures (i.e., death).” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Book 36, Hadith 2307)
- Al-Hayy (The Ever-Living)
- Virtue: Encourages reliance on the ever-living Allah for all needs.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Musa reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah does not sleep, and it is not befitting that He should sleep.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 30, Hadith 6596)
- Al-Qayyum (The Sustainer)
- Virtue: Promotes the understanding that Allah sustains all creation.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “The most excellent of the names of Allah are Al-Hayy (The Ever-Living) and Al-Qayyum (The Sustainer).” (Sunan Ibn Majah, Book 2, Hadith 3860)
- Al-Wajid (The Finder)
- Virtue: Encourages seeking Allah’s guidance and provision.
- Hadith Reference: Abdullah ibn Abbas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “When a servant of Allah recognizes his Lord, he will find what he desires with Him.” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Book 45, Hadith 3498)
- Al-Majid (The Noble)
- Virtue: Inspires believers to appreciate Allah’s nobility and majesty.
- Hadith Reference: Anas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah is Noble and loves nobility in all matters.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 73, Hadith 59)
- Al-Wahid (The One)
- Virtue: Reinforces the concept of monotheism and worshiping Allah alone.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah says: I am the One, and there is no deity but Me.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 35, Hadith 6476)
- Al-Ahad (The Unique)
- Virtue: Encourages the belief in Allah’s uniqueness and incomparability.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah has ninety-nine names, and whoever enumerates them will enter Paradise.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 35, Hadith 6475)
- As-Samad (The Eternal)
- Virtue: Promotes reliance on Allah, the eternal refuge.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Sa’id al-Khudri reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “The best supplication is that of Dhul-Nun (Prophet Yunus): ‘There is no deity except You; exalted are You. Indeed, I have been of the wrongdoers.'” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Book 48, Hadith 3505)
- Al-Qadir (The Able)
- Virtue: Encourages believers to trust in Allah’s power and ability to do all things.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah is able to do all things.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 4, Hadith 1021)
- Al-Muqtadir (The Omnipotent)
- Virtue: Strengthens faith in Allah’s omnipotence and control over all affairs.
- Hadith Reference: Abdullah ibn Abbas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah is the One who controls the hearts.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 73, Hadith 60)
- Al-Muqaddim (The Expediter)
- Virtue: Encourages trust in Allah’s timing and His ability to advance one’s affairs.
- Hadith Reference: Anas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah is the One who advances and delays, and His command is executed.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 33, Hadith 6421)
- Al-Muakhir (The Delayer)
- Virtue: Promotes patience and trust in Allah’s wisdom in delaying matters.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah will delay (the punishment) until the Day of Resurrection.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 77, Hadith 598)
- Al-Awwal (The First)
- Virtue: Encourages believers to recognize Allah as the first and foremost in all matters.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “O Allah, You are the First, and there is nothing before You.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 48, Hadith 6906)
- Al-Akhir (The Last)
- Virtue: Promotes the understanding that Allah is the last and ultimate reality.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “O Allah, You are the Last, and there is nothing after You.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 48, Hadith 6906)
- Az-Zahir (The Manifest)
- Virtue: Encourages awareness of Allah’s presence and manifestations in the world.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “O Allah, You are the Manifest, and there is nothing above You.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 48, Hadith 6906)
- Al-Batin (The Hidden)
- Virtue: Promotes belief in Allah’s hidden and unseen wisdom.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “O Allah, You are the Hidden, and there is nothing closer than You.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 48, Hadith 6906)
- Al-Wali (The Governor)
- Virtue: Encourages believers to seek Allah’s governance and leadership in all affairs.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah is the Wali (Protector) of those who believe.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 75, Hadith 373)
- Al-Mutaali (The Exalted)
- Virtue: Promotes reverence and respect for Allah’s exalted status.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah is the Most High and the Most Exalted.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 48, Hadith 6906)
- Al-Barr (The Source of All Goodness)
- Virtue: Encourages believers to seek and spread goodness and righteousness.
- Hadith Reference: Anas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “The best of people are those who are most beneficial to people.” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Book 37, Hadith 2378)
- At-Tawwab (The Ever-Pardoning)
- Virtue: Encourages repentance and seeking forgiveness from Allah.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah is more pleased with the repentance of one of you than a man who lost his camel in a barren desert and then found it suddenly.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 50, Hadith 2675)
- Al-Muntaqim (The Avenger)
- Virtue: Reminds believers of Allah’s justice and retribution for wrongdoings.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Whoever wrongs another and seeks forgiveness, Allah will forgive him.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 32, Hadith 6250)
- Al-Afu (The Pardoner)
- Virtue: Promotes seeking Allah’s pardon and being forgiving towards others.
- Hadith Reference: Aisha reported that she asked the Prophet (PBUH), “O Messenger of Allah, if I realize Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Decree), what should I supplicate in it?” He (PBUH) said, “You should supplicate: Allahumma innaka Afuwwun, Tuhibbul Afwa, fa’fu anni (O Allah, You are Pardoning and you love pardon, so pardon me).” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Book 45, Hadith 3513)
- Ar-Rauf (The Most Kind)
- Virtue: Encourages kindness and compassion towards others.
- Hadith Reference: Jarir reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah does not show mercy to those who are not merciful to people.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 73, Hadith 42)
- Malik al-Mulk (Master of the Kingdom)
- Virtue: Promotes the understanding that Allah is the ultimate ruler and king of all dominions.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah will seize the earth and fold the heavens in His right hand, and then He will say: I am the King, where are the kings of the earth?” (Sahih Muslim, Book 50, Hadith 6643)
- Dhual-Jalali wal-Ikram (Lord of Glory and Honor)
- Virtue: Inspires reverence and awe for Allah’s glory and honor.
- Hadith Reference: Anas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Keep saying Dhual-Jalali wal-Ikram (Lord of Glory and Honor).” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Book 45, Hadith 3514)
- Al-Muqsit (The Just)
- Virtue: Promotes fairness and justice in all dealings.
- Hadith Reference: Abdullah ibn Amr reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Those who are just and fair will be seated on pulpits of light before Allah.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 33, Hadith 6522)
- Al-Jami (The Gatherer)
- Virtue: Encourages unity and togetherness among believers.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Believers are like a structure, each part strengthening the other.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 62, Hadith 40)
- Al-Ghani (The Self-Sufficient)
- Virtue: Promotes contentment and reliance on Allah’s sufficiency.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Richness is not having many possessions, but richness is being content with oneself.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 76, Hadith 453)
- Al-Mughni (The Enricher)
- Virtue: Encourages seeking Allah’s enrichment and provision.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Whoever is enriched by Allah is truly enriched.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 76, Hadith 449)
- Al-Mani (The Preventer)
- Virtue: Promotes trust in Allah’s wisdom in preventing harm.
- Hadith Reference: Jabir reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Whoever says in the morning, ‘In the name of Allah with whose name nothing in the earth or the heaven can cause harm, and He is the All-Hearing and All-Knowing,’ three times, nothing will harm him until the evening.” (Sunan Abu Dawood, Book 41, Hadith 5088)
- Ad-Darr (The Distresser)
- Virtue: Reminds believers that Allah tests them with trials for a greater wisdom.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Whoever relieves a believer’s distress of the distressful aspects of this world, Allah will rescue him from a difficulty of the difficulties of the Hereafter.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 35, Hadith 6518)
- An-Nafi (The Propitious)
- Virtue: Promotes seeking Allah’s beneficial guidance and blessings.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “The supplication of the believer for his brother in his absence is answered.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 48, Hadith 6926)
- An-Nur (The Light)
- Virtue: Encourages seeking Allah’s light and guidance in all matters.
- Hadith Reference: Abdullah ibn Abbas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 39, Hadith 6803)
- Al-Hadi (The Guide)
- Virtue: Promotes following Allah’s guidance and seeking His direction.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Whoever follows a path in the pursuit of knowledge, Allah will make a path to Paradise easy for him.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 48, Hadith 6853)
- Al-Badi (The Incomparable)
- Virtue: Encourages recognizing and appreciating Allah’s unique and unparalleled nature.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “There is nothing like unto Him.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 39, Hadith 6803)
- Al-Baqi (The Everlasting)
- Virtue: Promotes reliance on Allah’s eternal presence and support.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah will be there when nothing else will be there.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 39, Hadith 6803)
- Al-Warith (The Inheritor)
- Virtue: Reminds believers that Allah is the ultimate inheritor of all things.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah will inherit the earth and everyone on it, and to Him, they will be returned.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 39, Hadith 6803)
- Ar-Rashid (The Guide to the Right Path)
- Virtue: Encourages seeking and following the right path as guided by Allah.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah has revealed to me that you should adopt humility so that no one oppresses another.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 47, Hadith 6855)
- As-Sabur (The Patient)
- Virtue: Promotes patience and perseverance in the face of trials.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Said al-Khudri reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “No one is given a better and more abundant gift than patience.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 76, Hadith 477)
- Al-Muqit (The Sustainer)
- Virtue: Reinforces belief in Allah as the provider of all needs.
- Hadith Reference: Umar ibn Al-Khattab reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “If you were to rely upon Allah with due reliance, He would provide for you as He provides for the birds. They go out in the morning with empty stomachs and return full.” (Sunan Ibn Majah, Book 37, Hadith 4164)
- Al-Hasib (The Reckoner)
- Virtue: Encourages a sense of accountability and responsibility for one’s actions.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Take account of yourselves before you are taken to account, and weigh your deeds before they are weighed for you.” (Musnad Ahmad, Hadith 12160)
- Al-Jalil (The Majestic)
- Virtue: Instills a sense of awe and respect for Allah’s majesty and grandeur.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Indeed, Allah is Majestic and loves majesty.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 1, Hadith 68)
- Al-Karim (The Generous)
- Virtue: Encourages generosity and kindness towards others.
- Hadith Reference: Anas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah is Generous and loves generosity in all matters.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 43, Hadith 7061)
- Ar-Raqib (The Watchful)
- Virtue: Promotes mindfulness of Allah’s constant watchfulness over all affairs.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Fear Allah wherever you are, follow up a bad deed with a good one, and treat people with good character.” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Book 27, Hadith 1987)
- Al-Mujib (The Responsive)
- Virtue: Encourages making supplications to Allah and trusting in His response.
- Hadith Reference: Abdullah ibn Abbas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Know that Allah does not answer the supplication from a heedless and inattentive heart.” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, Book 48, Hadith 3479)
- Al-Wasi (The All-Encompassing)
- Virtue: Reminds believers of Allah’s encompassing knowledge, mercy, and provision.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah’s mercy overpowers His wrath.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 37, Hadith 6628)
- Al-Hakim (The All-Wise)
- Virtue: Encourages seeking wisdom and understanding in all matters.
- Hadith Reference: Ibn Mas’ud reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “The most beloved words to Allah are four: Subhanallah (Glory be to Allah), Alhamdulillah (Praise be to Allah), La ilaha illallah (There is no god but Allah), and Allahu Akbar (Allah is the Greatest).” (Sahih Muslim, Book 48, Hadith 6734)
- Al-Wadud (The Loving)
- Virtue: Promotes love and compassion among believers.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “You will not enter paradise until you believe, and you will not believe until you love one another.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 1, Hadith 96)
- Al-Majid (The Glorious)
- Virtue: Inspires reverence for Allah’s glory and magnificence.
- Hadith Reference: Anas reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah’s hand is full, and its fullness is not diminished by His giving, night and day.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 64, Hadith 435)
- Al-Baith (The Resurrector)
- Virtue: Strengthens belief in resurrection and the Day of Judgment.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “People will be gathered on the Day of Resurrection in three types: one walking, one riding, and one dragging on their faces.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 76, Hadith 577)
- Ash-Shahid (The Witness)
- Virtue: Reminds believers of Allah’s presence and witness over all actions.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah is more pleased with the repentance of one of you than a man who lost his camel in a barren desert and then found it suddenly.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 50, Hadith 2675)
- Al-Haqq (The Truth)
- Virtue: Encourages adherence to truth and integrity in all matters.
- Hadith Reference: Abdullah ibn Mas’ud reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “Truthfulness leads to righteousness, and righteousness leads to Paradise.” (Sahih Bukhari, Book 73, Hadith 116)
- Al-Wakil (The Trustee)
- Virtue: Promotes trust and reliance on Allah for all needs.
- Hadith Reference: Umar ibn Al-Khattab reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “If you rely upon Allah with due reliance, He will provide for you as He provides for the birds. They go out in the morning hungry and return satisfied.” (Sunan Ibn Majah, Book 37, Hadith 4164)
- Al-Qawi (The Strong)
- Virtue: Encourages seeking strength and support from Allah.
- Hadith Reference: Abu Huraira reported that the Prophet (PBUH) said, “The strong believer is better and more beloved to Allah than the weak believer, while there is good in both.” (Sahih Muslim, Book 33, Hadith 2664)
These virtues and Hadith references highlight the comprehensive nature of Allah’s attributes and the profound impact that understanding and invoking these names can have on a believer’s faith and daily life.