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Al-Rahmaan refers to the vastness of Allaah’s mercy, and al-Raheem refers to its effect on His creation. So al-Rahmaan is the Owner of vast Mercy, and al-Raheem is the Owner of Mercy that encompasses His creation. Shaykh Ibn ‘Uthaymeen (may Allaah have mercy on him) said: “Al-Rahmaan is the Owner of vast mercy, because the fa’laan form ...
We are in war with Shaytan and our Nafs. Amir Al-Mu'minin gives us a number of tips, a number of tips in this particular regard. In the journey to attaining Khushu', the presence of the heart. He says the first thing is "salli Salata Mu'adda'a". This is one of the recommendations from the Imam, alayhi as-salam.
Jul 16, 2023 · In this episode, author and researcher Dr Reza Shah Kazemi tells us about Imam Ali's life, his spirituality, and his guidance for behaving justly. Reza Shah-Kazemi is a research associate at The Institute of Ismaili Studies in London, where he specialises in Sufism, Shi'ism, and comparative mysticism. His books include Justice and Remembrance ...
Jan 25, 2024 · There are numerous hadiths highlighting the virtues of Imam Ali (a.s), and the Holy Prophet (saw) also said, “The Quran is with Ali (a.s), and the truth follows him wherever he is.” (Rabi al-Abraar, volume 1, page 828) Imam Ali (a.s) holds various titles, reflecting his virtues and significance. Here are just a few: Amir al-Mu’minin
- Ayesha Akhtar
- 1 – The Unique Characteristics of The Name al-Raḥmān
- 2 – The Meaning of The Names al-Raḥmān and al-Raḥīm
- 3 – Key Differences Between The Names of al-Raḥmān and al-Raḥīm
- 4 – The Effects of The Name al-Raḥmān
- I – The Effects of Al-Raḥmān’S Mercy on The World Around Us
- II – The Effects of Al-Raḥmān’S Mercy on Our Lives Today
- III – on Our Lives Tomorrow
- 5 – What Does The Mercy of Allāh Offer Me?
- 6 – Beware of Blocking Yourself from Allāh’s Mercy
The name Al-Raḥmān has characteristics not shared by any other name of our Creator except the name Allāh. What follows are six examples of the uniqueness of this name: 1 – The name Al-Raḥmān never appears in the Qur’ān in the indefinite form, whilst other names of Allāh appear in both the definite and indefinite form. For example, the name Al-ʿAzīz...
Both the names Al-Raḥmān and Al-Raḥīm are derived from the root word raḥma (mercy). The famous linguist Ibn Mandhūr defines raḥmaas: الرِّقَّةُ والتَّعَطُّفُ “a weakness in one’s heart and compassion”. Whilst this definition can certainly be applied to human beings, applying it to Allāh is obviously problematic. Another difference to consider is ho...
Whilst both names—Al-Raḥmān and Al-Raḥīm—are derived from the same root of raḥma(mercy), there must be a difference between the two. Admittedly, their English translations often do not capture the reality of this difference: Al-Raḥmān and Al-Raḥīm = “Most Gracious, Most Merciful.” Al-Raḥmān and Al-Raḥīm = “The Beneficent, the Merciful.” Al-Raḥmān a...
This hadīthwas cited earlier. Here we can ask: 1. What are the effects of this reality? 2. What are the implications of this book being on top of His Throne? 3. What are the effects of Allāh’s mercy prevailing over His anger?
A miraculously formidable construction that has mercy intertwined into every inch of its fabric – perhaps this is how best to describe our universe. Consider how life would have been had Allāh placed the onus upon us to provide daylight or facilitate an evening darkness. For example, imagine the extent of the physical, emotional, and social disrupt...
After sin
Had Allāh’s Mercy not prevailed over His anger, life after sin—any sin, that is—would be very different to how it is today. Life would be taken away instantly by a descending wrathful punishment that occurs at the exact moment and venue of sin. Allāh said: In other words, were Allāh to deal with us according to His justice, or according to what we deserve, the human race would not endure for another moment. Instead, Al-Raḥmān treats us according to His Mercy, leaving the window of opportunity...
A tragedy befallen or a mercy in disguise?
When in the midst of a precarious situation—a situation so bleak it renders us not only lost for words but for answers as well—we protest: “What mercy was there in the loss of my son to a car accident?” “What mercy was there in the cancer that is now eating me alive?” “What mercy was there in the unfaithful behaviour of my spouse that has rendered me physically, emotionally, and spiritually paralysed?” At that instant, the definition of Al-Raḥmān’s Mercy is to be recalled. In many cases, our...
The greatest effect of the name Al-Raḥmān
Unquestionably, the greatest display of Al-Raḥmān’s Mercy upon humanity culminates in the sending of Prophets and communication of revelation. The true extent of the confusion, darkness, and misery of life in the absence of such Prophets and revelation is known only to Allāh. If in doubt, ask the pharmacies, psychiatric clinics, and rehab centres of any godless society. A cursory glance at their ordeals will force you to prostrate in gratitude to Al-Raḥmān for His gift of divine instruction....
The truest manifestation of Al-Raḥmān’s Mercy, however, is reserved for a Day when man will need it the most: the Day of Judgement. The Prophet Muhammad (sall Allāhu ʿalayhi wa sallam) said: That one part of mercy includes every dimension of mercy that exists in every walk of life today. The motherly mercy towards a child, the doctor’s mercy toward...
In conclusion to the above, one of the greatest signs of success is in being inspired to implore Allāh for raḥma, as stressed by the Qur’ān in many passages. Allāh instructs the Prophet Muhammad (sall Allāhu ʿalayhi wa sallam) by saying: Allāh quotes Prophet Mūsā as saying: However, a question arises here. We often hear Imāms in their duʿā’ implori...
Despite all that has been mentioned above, there are still those who choose to block themselves from Allāh’s Mercy; wishful thinkers who justify their sins in the face of every adviser, stubbornly arguing: “But Allāh is the Most Merciful! Who are you to judge me?” They have forgotten—or perhaps purposely overlooked—a basic rule of life: all preciou...
The English translation (accompanied with original Arabic text) of the supremely eloquent sermons of the Commander of the Faithful, Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (peace be upon him). Nahjul Balagha contains 240 sermons given by Imam Ali (a), dealing with a wide variety of topics including our existence, relationship with the Almighty, building a God-fearing personality, and the Imam's (a) reflections ...
Jan 9, 2014 · Allah says: “And he is merciful (rahîm) to the believers.” [Sûrah al-Ahzâb: 43] Another opinion is that the difference between them is that al-Rahmân denotes the presence of the attribute of mercy, while al-Rahîm refers to the expression of Allah’s Mercy and its affects on Creation. This is the opinion of Ibn al-Qayyim (may Allah ...
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