Az-Zaahir (The Manifest, The Evident, or The One Whose Existence Is Clear and Obvious.)
Means that Allah’s presence and attributes are apparent throughout creation. His power and signs are visible to those who reflect.
Allah is Az-Zaahir—The Manifest who is evident in the heavens, the earth, and all that exists. Nothing escapes His notice, and His greatness is clear to all who seek to understand.
Islam is built on five essential pillars, as Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught in well-known hadith narrated by Abdullah ibn Umar. He reported that the Prophet ﷺ said: “Islam is built upon five: the testimony that there is no god but Allah, and that Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah, establishing prayer, giving zakat, performing Hajj,…
Dhikr or Adhkar (plural of dhikr) are short powerful supplications (duas) and remembrances that Muslims recite throughout the day to stay spiritually connected to Allah (ٱللَّٰه). These were taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ for everyday moments. Like waking up, eating, entering or leaving the house, and going to sleep. They help you remain mindful,…
99 Names of Allah Thul-Jalaali wal-Ikraam Thul-Jalaali wal-Ikraam (The Possessor of Majesty and Honor, The Lord of Glory and Generosity.) Means that Allah is the One full of majesty, greatness, and perfection—and at the same time, He is infinitely generous, kind, and noble to His creation. Allah is Thul-Jalaali wal-Ikraam—The Glorious Lord whose greatness inspires…
99 Names of Allah Al-Hayy Al-Hayy (The Ever-Living, The One Who Lives Without End or Beginning.) Means that Allah is alive in a perfect, eternal, and self-sustaining way. His life is not dependent on anything, unlike His creation. Allah is Al-Hayy—The Ever-Living whose existence is absolute and unending. He was never born and will never…
99 Names of Allah Al-Saboor As-Saboor (The Patient One, The Most Enduring, or The One Who Is Always Forbearing.) Means that Allah is infinitely patient with His creation, enduring their mistakes, sins, and shortcomings without haste in punishment. Allah is As-Saboor—The One who shows great forbearance and mercy, giving people time to repent and improve….
99 Names of Allah Al-Lateef Al-Lateef (The Subtle One, The Most Gentle, or The Knower of the Subtlest Things.) Means that Allah is gentle and kind in His dealings, aware of the smallest and most delicate matters. He knows what is hidden deep within hearts and acts with infinite kindness. Allah is Al-Lateef—The Most Gentle…
