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بِسْمِ اللهِ
The 99 Beautiful Names of Allah
Al-Asma ul-Husna — and the virtue of each
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The most beautiful names belong to Allah — so call upon Him by them. Below are His ninety-nine names, each with its meaning and the traditional virtue of its recitation.
“And to Allah belong the best names, so call upon Him by them.”
1
Allaahu
Allah
الله
Recited in the morning, the late afternoon, and the last third of the night 66 times (without “Yaa”), it is said to help one reach their aim.
2
Ar-Rahmaan, Ar-Raheem
The Beneficent, The Merciful
الرَّحمن
Recited 100 times after the obligatory prayers, they are said to draw divine grace.
3
Al-Malik
The Sovereign Lord
الملك
Recited 64 times; its virtue is the steadiness and continuation of one's standing for those regular in it.
4
Al-Quddoos
The Holy
القدّوس
Recited 170 times in company, the inner self is said to be purified of impurities.
5
As-Salaam
The Source of Peace
السّلام
In it is healing and safety from calamity; recited over one who is unwell 100 times, it is traditionally said to bring relief. (A spiritual practice, not a substitute for medical care.)
6
Al-Mu'min
The Guardian of Faith
المؤمن
Recited 136 times, it is said to give protection from harm, whether from jinn or people.
7
Al-Muhaimin
The Protector
المهيمن
Mentioned 125 times, it is said to bring purity of soul and insight into realities.
8
Al-Azeez
The Mighty
العزيز
Recited 94 times after the Morning Prayer; one who recites it 40 times daily for 40 days is said to be made independent of others' help.
9
Al-Jabbaar
The Compeller
الجبّار
Recited 21 times daily, it is said to keep one safe from oppression and injustice.
10
Al-Mutakabbir
The Majestic
المتكبّر
Recited for dignity and inner strength when standing before injustice.
11
Al-Khaaliq
The Creator
الخالق
Recited in abundance, it is said Allah will illuminate the heart.
12
Al-Baari
The Originator
البارئ
Recited much, it is associated with lasting wellbeing and protection.
13
Al-Musawwir
The Shaper
المصوّر
Traditionally recited by one hoping for the blessing of a righteous child.
14
Al-Ghaffaar
The Forgiving
الغفّار
Recited 100 times at the time of Friday Prayer, saying “O Allah, forgive me, O Forgiving One,” it is said to draw forgiveness.
15
Al-Qahhaar
The Subduer
القهّار
Recited in abundance, it is said to free the heart from the love of worldly things.
يَا قَاهِرُ يَا قَهَّارُ
yaa qaahiru yaa qahhaar
“O Subduer, O Almighty — grant me Your protection against all injustice.”
16
Al-Wahhaab
The Giver
الوهّاب
Recited 14 times in prostration, or 100 times at night with raised hands, it is said to relieve poverty and fulfil one's need from where least expected.
17
Ar-Razzaaq
The Sustainer
الرّزّاق
Recited regularly, it is said to bring abundant sustenance.
18
Al-Fattaah
The Giver of Victory
الفتّاح
Recited 70 times after the Morning Prayer with hands on the chest, it is said to open the heart to divine recognition.
19
Al-Aleem, Al-Hakeem
The Knowing, The Wise
العليم
Recited regularly in an important matter, it is said Allah will fulfil one's need; the same for Al-Hafeez, Al-Hakeem (The Protector, The Wise).
20
Al-Qaabiz
The Withholder
القابض
Traditionally recited for security against hunger and for a long, well-provided life.
21
Al-Baasit
The Expander
الباسط
Recited at dawn with raised hands 10 times, it is said to free one from need of others.
22
Al-Aalim ul-Ghaib
Knower of the Unseen
عالم الغيب
Recited 100 times after prayer, it is said to bring knowledge of hidden things.
23
Al-Khaafiz
The Abaser
الخافض
Recited 70 times, it is said Allah will remove from one the evil of the unjust.
24
Ar-Raafi'
The Exalter
الرافع
Recited 100 times after the noon prayer, it is said to raise one's status.
25
Al-Mu'izz
The Honorer
المعز
Recited, it is said to bestow honour and dignity.
26
Al-Mudhill
The Humbler
المذلّ
Traditionally recited as a prayer for protection and to be granted one's rightful due when wronged.
27
As-Samee'
The All-Hearing
السميع
Recited frequently, it is said one's supplications will be accepted.
28
Al-Baseer
The All-Seeing
البصير
Recited much on Friday, it is said Allah's grace becomes special with one.
29
Al-Lateef
The Subtle, The Kind
اللطيف
Recited in times of difficulty, it is said to bring ease soon.
30
Al-Haadi, Al-Khabeer, Al-Mubeen
The Guide, The Aware, The Manifest
الهادي
Recited in devotion for guidance and inner knowledge, followed by a prayer to be guided, informed, and shown clearly.
31
Al-Haleem, Ar-Ra'oof, Al-Mannaan
The Forbearing, The Affectionate, The Gracious
الحليم
None mentions these in fear but is granted security.
32
Al-Hakeem
The Wise
الحكيم
Traditionally associated with blessing and growth in one's crops and work.
33
Al-Ghafoor
The Forgiving
الغفور
Mentioned in excess, it is said unsettling whisperings depart from one.
34
Ash-Shakoor
The Appreciative
الشكور
Traditionally recited as a prayer for the easing of tired or sore eyes. (A spiritual practice, not a substitute for medical care.)
35
Al-Aliyy
The Most High
العليّ
Recited in excess, it is said to bring one good standing among people.
36
Al-Kabeer
The Great
الكبير
Recited in seclusion with devotion and prayer, it is said one's supplications are accepted.
37
Al-Hafeez
The Preserver
الحفيظ
Recited regularly, it is said to bring safety on journeys and security to the fearful.
38
Al-Haseeb
The Reckoner
الحسيب
Recited 70 times daily for seven weeks (beginning Thursday), it is said to bring sufficient livelihood and release from fear: “Hasbiya Allaahu'l-Haseeb” — Allah is sufficient for me, the Reckoner.
39
Al-Jaleel
The Majestic
الجليل
Recited in excess, it is said one's dignity affects all who see them.
40
Al-Kareem
The Noble, The Generous
الكريم
Recited before sleep, it is said the angels are bidden to pray for one until morning.
41
Ar-Raqeeb
The Watchful
الرقيب
Recited over oneself, one's family, and property, it is said to bring Allah's protection over them.
42
Al-Mujeeb
The Responsive
المجيب
Recited often, it is said one's prayers find acceptance.
43
Al-Waasi'
The All-Encompassing
الواسع
Recited in excess, it is said to bring increase in sustenance.
44
Al-Wadood
The Loving
الودود
Recited 1000 times over food shared between two who are at odds, it is said to bring reconciliation between them.
45
Al-Baa'ith
The Resurrector
الباعث
Recited 100 times at bedtime with a hand on the chest, it is said to enliven and illuminate the heart.
46
Ash-Shaheed
The Witness
الشهيد
Traditionally recited as a prayer for guidance regarding something lost.
47
Al-Haqq
The Truth
الحق
Recited with Ash-Shaheed, it is associated with insight into what is hidden or lost.
48
Al-Wakeel
The Trustee
الوكيل
Made a regular habit, it is said to bring safety from fire and drowning.
49
Al-Qawiyy
The Most Strong
القوي
Traditionally recited as a prayer for protection and safety from the harm of an adversary.
50
Al-Mateen
The Firm
المتين
Recited for steadfastness and firmness in one's affairs.
51
Al-Waliyy
The Protecting Friend
الولي
Recited in excess, it is said to bring nearness and divine friendship.
52
Al-Hameed
The Praiseworthy
الحميد
Recited often, it is said to keep one upon praiseworthy speech and conduct.
53
Al-Muhsee
The Reckoner of All
المحصي
Recited, it is associated with ease in the final reckoning.
54
Al-Mubdi'
The Originator
المبدئ
Recited over a matter one is beginning, it is associated with a good start.
55
Al-Mu'eed
The Restorer
المعيد
Recited 70 times in the corners of the home at night, it is traditionally said to bring news of one who is absent.
56
Al-Muhyee, Al-Mumeet
The Giver of Life, The Giver of Death
المحيي
Recited at bedtime with a hand on the chest, it is said to bring the restless self to obedience.
57
Al-Hayy
The Ever-Living
الحي
Traditionally recited as a prayer for the wellbeing of one who is unwell, most effective in abundance at the end of the night. (A spiritual practice, not a substitute for medical care.)
58
Al-Qayyoom
The Self-Subsisting
القيّوم
Recited in excess, it is said to purify the heart; engraved with Al-Hayy on a ring, it is associated with remembrance and security.
59
Al-Waajid
The Finder
الواجد
Recited over food, it is said to bring radiance to the self.
60
Al-Maajid
The Glorious
الماجد
Recited in seclusion, it is said to bring inner light (noor).
61
Al-Ahad
The One
الأحد
Recited 1000 times in seclusion after devotion, it is said one will sense angels near.
62
As-Samad
The Eternal Refuge
الصمد
Recited, it is said one will never meet the pain of hunger.
63
Al-Qaadir
The Able
القادر
Recited in excess at the time of ablution, it is said to bring control over one's anger.
64
Al-Muqtadir
The Powerful
المقتدر
Recited, it is associated with awareness and presence of mind.
65
Al-Muqaddim, Al-Mu'akhkhir
The Expediter, The Delayer
المقدّم
Recited, it is associated with steadfast faith and nearness to Allah.
66
Al-Awwal, Al-Aakhir
The First, The Last
الأوّل
Recited, it is associated with the fulfilment of needs from beginning to end.
67
Az-Zaahir, Al-Baatin
The Manifest, The Hidden
الظاهر
Recited, it is associated with inner insight and clarity.
68
Al-Barr
The Source of Goodness
البر
Recited in excess by a parent, it is said to keep a child safe and sound until they reach maturity.
69
At-Tawwaab
Acceptor of Repentance
التوّاب
Recited in excess, it is said Allah accepts one's repentance.
70
Al-Muntaqim
The Avenger of Wrong
المنتقم
Traditionally recited as a prayer placing one's grievance before Allah, trusting Him for justice.
71
Al-Afuww
The Pardoner
العفو
Recited in excess, it is said to bring pardon and a lightened heart.
72
Ar-Ra'oof
The Compassionate
الرؤوف
Mentioned before one who is harsh, it is said to soften them toward gentleness.
73
As-Subbooh
The Most Glorified
السبّوح
Written and partaken after Friday Prayer, it is said to bring one noble, angelic qualities.
74
Maalik ul-Mulk
Master of the Kingdom
مالك الملك
Recited in excess, it is said Allah makes one independent in this world and the next.
75
Ar-Rabb
The Lord, The Nourisher
الرب
Recited much, it is said Allah protects one's children.
76
Al-Ghaniyy, Al-Mughnee
The Self-Sufficient, The Enricher
الغني
Recited on ten Fridays, it is said to bring safety and independence; recited with Surah Al-Hamd, it is said to bring needlessness.
77
Al-Mu'tee
The Bestower
المعطي
Recited often as “O Bestower to those who ask,” it is said to free one from the need to ask of others.
78
Al-Maani'
The Preventer of Harm
المانع
Recited at bedtime, it is said Allah eases the repayment of one's debts.
79
Ad-Daarr, An-Naafi'
The Distresser, The Benefactor
النافع
Recited, it is associated with patience through hardship and relief afterward.
80
An-Noor
The Light
النور
Recited 1000 times, it is said Allah appoints an inner and outer light for one.
81
Al-Haadi
The Guide
الهادي
Recited in excess, it is said Allah grants one divine recognition.
82
Al-Badee'
The Incomparable
البديع
Recited 1000 times, it is said one's needs are fulfilled.
83
Al-Baaqee
The Everlasting
الباقي
Recited, it is associated with lasting good deeds and steadfastness.
84
Al-Waarith
The Inheritor
الوارث
Recited 1000 times, it is said Allah guides one to righteousness.
85
Ar-Rasheed
The Guide to the Right Path
الرشيد
Recited, it is associated with sound judgement and right direction in affairs.
86
As-Saboor
The Most Patient
الصبور
Recited 1000 times, it is said Allah grants patience in difficulties.
87
Al-Jaami'
The Gatherer
الجامع
Recited, it is associated with reuniting what has been scattered — family, affairs, and the heart.
88
Al-Hakam ul-Adl
The Judge, The Just
الحكم
Recited, it is associated with justice and fair dealing in one's matters.
89
Dhul-Jalaali wal-Ikraam
Lord of Majesty and Bounty
ذو الجلال
Recited in excess, it is said to bring honour and abundant blessing.
90
Ash-Shafee
The Healer
الشافي
Traditionally recited as a prayer for healing and wellbeing. (A spiritual practice, not a substitute for medical care.)
91
Al-Kaafee
The Sufficient
الكافي
Recited, it is associated with Allah being enough for one in every matter.
92
Al-Mughnee
The Enricher
المغني
Recited, it is associated with contentment and freedom from want.
93
Al-Wahhaab
The Bestower of Gifts
الوهّاب
Recited, it is associated with unexpected blessing and generosity.
94
An-Naafi'
The Benefactor
النافع
Recited, it is associated with benefit and good outcome in one's affairs.
95
Al-Mu'akhkhir
The Delayer
المؤخّر
Recited, it is associated with trust in Allah's timing.
96
Al-Muqsit
The Equitable
المقسط
Recited, it is associated with fairness and balance in one's dealings.
97
Al-Waali
The Governor
الوالي
Recited, it is associated with order and protection over one's affairs and home.
98
Al-Muta'aali
The Most Exalted
المتعالي
Recited, it is associated with rising above difficulty and small concerns.
99
As-Sittir
The Concealer of Faults
الستير
Recited, it is associated with the covering of faults and the preservation of one's honour.
From Tohfatul Hashmiyah
The recitation virtues above are drawn from this traditional book of knowledge.
A note of intention. These are shared as traditional devotional knowledge, to be approached with reverence and a sincere heart. The recitation virtues come from classical tradition; counts and methods vary between sources. Where a name is linked with healing or wellbeing, hold it as a sincere prayer alongside — never instead of — proper medical, legal, or other professional care.
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