Meanings and Significance of Names of Allah
Islam is the greatest religion in the world. It has the most number of followers around the world. All the actions performed by Muslims around the world are focused on the teachings of Allah Almighty. They believe that Allah Almighty is the only one who can solve all their problems. They recite the 99 names of Allah to get great benefits.
We as Muslims strongly believe that Allah is the only problem solver and the perfect one. We recite the names of Allah after our daily prayers to get various benefits, for example, to get healthy, to prosper, to get success, to earn respect, etc.
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) also said that ‘the one who will memorize the 99 names of Allah, the Almighty promises to grant him a special place in Jannat (Paradise)’. Such is the greatness and importance of the names of Allah.
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Meanings and Significance of Names of Allah
The Prophet said that ‘there are ninety names of Allah, one less one hundred’. Each name has its own importance, different meaning, and special benefits which are also evident from the Quran, the holy book of Allah, and Hadiths, the sayings of the Holy Prophet (PBUH). These names also define the countless qualities of Allah Almighty.
Following is a list of some of the names of Allah with their meanings and their significance for all Muslims.
Al-Khaliq
The meaning of this name is that the one who is the planner and creator of everything. We know that Allah is the one who plans everything for us. He is the one who knows what is in store for us in the future. No doubt he is the best planner and the best creator. He is the one who created us all.
It has been said the one who recites this name of Allah 100 times daily, 7 days in a row the Allah will appoint a guardian angel for that person to take care of him from all evils.
Al-Bari
This name has a very beautiful and powerful meaning. The meaning of this name is that the one who is the developer of everything is. He is the one who has developed this world and the whole universe out of nothing. He is the creator and maker of everything. This name also suggests the quality of Allah that he has created everything in the accurate fraction.
The one who recites this name frequently will get the bliss of Allah.
Al-Musawwir
This means the creator and inventor of shapes and forms of every entity in this world and the world beyond it. He creates makes, develops, and beautifies everything that he makes. His ultimate wisdom is the power through which he shapes everything in the perfect form.
The significance of this name is that the one who will recite this name 21 times for 7 days in a row and blow it on water, after that he will consume this water; the woman will be blessed with a child. It is also been said that one should break the fast with this water.
Al-Ghaffar
The meaning of this name is that the one who forgives our sins. Allah is the one who witnesses our sins and defiance towards Him and His sayings but still, he forgives us when we seek His mercy. He is the one who is the forgiver when He sees us repenting.
The one who will recites this name of Allah frequently, the Almighty will forgive him for his sins.
Al-Qahhar
This means the one who rules over everything. The whole universe and everything in it are bound to abide by the rules and laws of Allah.
The one who recites this name of Allah frequently will find peace, tranquility, and calmness by the will of Allah. He will be led to the path of righteousness by the grace of Allah.
Al-Wahhab
The meaning of this name is the one who imparts everything like health, wealth, prosperity, success, or anything you want from Him. He is the bestower.
Reciting this name 40 times daily will not get poor or his poverty will be vanished and will save him from starvation.
Ar-Razzaq
The meaning of this name is that the one who provides provisions for His creations. No matter how much the number of His beings, He has much power to feed them all.
The person who recites this name of Allah frequently will get income, revenue, occupation, and employment whatever he desires for his livelihood.
Al-Fattah
This means the opener of everything. He is the one who opens ways for you to get success and prosperity in your life.
The person who will recite this name countless every day will get triumph and victory in every field of life.
Al-Alim
This name has a very special meaning. The meaning of this name is that the one who knows everything and who is the most knowledgeable. He is the one who has all the knowledge of all that is seen and unseen, everything that has happened in the past, and everything that will happen in the future.
This name has a special effect on the person who will recite the beautiful name of Allah. The heart of the person will be enlightened with the special blessing of Allah.
Al-Qabiz
This means the one who can command everything and has a hold of everything. This name is known to remove poverty from the house.
