Every name of Allah holds power for different aspects of life. Whether you are seeking peace, facing a challenge, or expressing gratitude, there is a name of Allah to reflect upon. This article explores how we can apply these names to our daily lives, seek His blessings and guidance in every circumstance.
Understanding the meanings of Allah’s perfect names and Attributes allows us to better link His names to our lives. We are able to better call upon Him and be specific in our calls to him.
Below are a few examples of how this can be done:
Ash-Shaafee
The One Who cures. The One Who alone removes from the servants that which causes harm or pain to their hearts and their bodies.
The One Who cures whomever He wills, such that none can cure except Him.
Whatever pain or illness you may experience, remember Allah ﷻ is Ash-Shafee the Healer and Curer, ask Him to cure you and grant you better health. Allah is also Al-Hafidh, The Protector. Ask Him by this name to protect you from any illnesses and decline in your health.
When the Messenger of Allah ﷺ would visit a sick person, he would say,
Allahumma rabbannaasi adhibil ba’sa ishfihi wa antas shafi laa shifaa’a illa shifaauka shifaa’an laa yughadiru saqaman.
“Take away the pain, O Lord of all people, and give healing for You are the Healer. There is no healing but Your healing, a healing that leaves no trace of illness.”
Ar-Razzaaq
The Great Provider, The One Who provides extensively for the whole of creation, whatever they need. And Who also provides the provision of beneficial knowledge and Eemaan for the hearts of His obedient servants, indicating a Rizq that is general that which is for the whole creation, that He provides whatever the whole creation needs as regards to provision and sustenance.
Whether you’re struggling to make ends meet, seeking new opportunities or feel that you are lacking what you want in life, call on Ar-Razzaq.
Allāhumma innī as’aluka ʿilma-n-nāfiʿā, wa rizqan ṭayyibā, wa ʿamala-m-mutaqabbalā
(O Allah, I ask You for beneficial knowledge, wholesome sustenance, and deeds which are accepted.)
Ar-Raheem
The Bestower of Mercy. The One Who has mercy upon the creation. The difference between Ar-Rahmaan and Ar-Raheem is that Ar-Rahmaan is with regards to the attribute of Allaah's Self, the attribute He has of extreme Mercy. Ar-Raheem is His bestowing mercy upon the creation, with regards to His action.
When you feel you are struggling with managing life, a particular sin or simply deflated with weight upon your shoulders, call upon Ar-Raheem.
Our Lord, we have believed, so forgive us and have mercy on us: You are the Best of those who are merciful [23:109]
Use the names you have learnt to call upon Allah in a more specific, connected way. Please leave below your own examples of how you have incorporated Allah’s names into your duaa.