99 Names: Through Seerah Lens

🕊 I. Names of Mercy, Love & Forgiveness (11)

Divine NameProphetic Example
Ar-Raḥmān (The Most Merciful)The Prophet ﷺ showed mercy to all creation, even sparing animals and insects.
Ar-Raḥīm (The Especially Merciful)He was gentle and compassionate, forgiving his enemies and comforting the weak.
Al-Ghaffār (The Constant Forgiver)Despite opposition, he continuously forgave those who wronged him.
Al-Ghafūr (The All-Forgiving)He sought forgiveness for himself and his Ummah, teaching us to do the same.
At-Tawwāb (The Ever-Accepter of Repentance)He welcomed repentant sinners with open arms and encouraged sincere tawbah.
Al-‘Afūw (The Pardoner)The Prophet ﷺ pardoned major offenses, even when he had the power to punish.
Ar-Ra’ūf (The Most Kind)His kindness was evident in speech and treatment, never harsh or cruel.
Al-Ḥalīm (The Most Forbearing)He exercised patience and forbore insults and harm.
Al-Wadūd (The Most Loving)His love for his family, companions, and creation was deep and sincere.
Ash-Shakūr (The Most Appreciative)He expressed gratitude in all circumstances and encouraged thankfulness.
Al-Muḥsin (The Doer of Good)His actions embodied continuous goodness and beneficence.

👑 II. Names of Power, Authority & Majesty (11)

Divine NameProphetic Example
Al-Malik (The King)The Prophet ﷺ recognized Allah’s ultimate sovereignty and submitted fully to His rule.
Al-Mālik al-Mulk (Owner of the Kingdom)He taught that all authority belongs to Allah alone and that worldly power is temporary.
Al-‘Azīz (The Almighty)Despite hardships, he relied on Allah’s might for strength and victory.
Al-Jabbār (The Compeller)He showed how to submit humbly to divine will, even when circumstances were difficult.
Al-Mutakabbir (The Supreme in Greatness)The Prophet ﷺ was free from pride; he exemplified humility before Allah.
Al-Qahhār (The Subduer)Through his trust in Allah’s power, he overcame powerful enemies and forces.
Al-Qawiyy (The Most Strong)He drew strength from Allah in both spiritual and physical trials.
Al-Matīn (The Firm One)His steadfastness in faith and character remained unshaken despite adversity.
Al-Muqtadir (Creator of All Power)He submitted to Allah’s decrees, knowing all power is from Him alone.
Dhul-Jalāli wal-Ikrām (Possessor of Majesty and Honor)His demeanor reflected the majesty and honor of submission to Allah.
Al-Jalīl (The Majestic)He maintained reverence and awe for Allah in all matters of worship and conduct.

👁 III. Names of Knowledge, Judgment & Awareness (12)

Divine NameProphetic Example
Al-‘Alīm (The All-Knowing)The Prophet ﷺ sought knowledge and conveyed it with humility, showing awareness of Allah’s infinite knowledge.
Al-Khabīr (The All-Aware)He was deeply aware of both apparent and hidden realities, teaching insight into the unseen.
As-Samīʿ (The All-Hearing)He listened patiently to his companions, neighbors, and even enemies, showing attentiveness.
Al-Baṣīr (The All-Seeing)His judgments were fair and insightful, seeing beyond surface appearances.
Al-Ḥakīm (The All-Wise)His decisions embodied divine wisdom, balancing mercy and justice.
Ash-Shahīd (The All-Witnessing)He bore witness to the truth with courage and stood firm against falsehood.
Al-Hasīb (The Reckoner)He reminded people of accountability and prepared them for the Day of Judgment.
Al-Muḥṣī (The Accounter)His teachings emphasized that all deeds, big and small, are recorded.
Al-Ḥakam (The Supreme Judge)He exemplified just judgment in disputes and advocated seeking Allah’s judgment.
Al-Muqsit (The Just One)He upheld justice even against himself or close kin.
Al-Raqīb (The Watchful)He maintained vigilance in worship and behavior, mindful of Allah’s presence.
Al-Ṣādiq (The Most Truthful)His life was the embodiment of truthfulness, fulfilling all promises.

🌿 IV. Names of Creation, Life & Sustenance (11)

Divine NameProphetic Example
Al-Khāliq (The Creator)The Prophet ﷺ acknowledged Allah as the sole Creator, teaching reliance on Him alone.
Al-Bāriʾ (The Evolver)He accepted life’s changes as part of divine design and taught patience in trials.
Al-Muṣawwir (The Fashioner)He respected the creation of Allah in all forms, forbidding harm to any living being.
Al-Badīʿ (The Incomparable Originator)He marveled at Allah’s creativity in the natural world and encouraged reflection.
Al-Fāṭir (The Bringer-Forth)His supplications praised Allah’s power to bring forth life from nothing.
Al-Muḥyī (The Giver of Life)He emphasized the gift of life and the importance of preserving it.
Al-Mumīt (The Giver of Death)He reminded believers to prepare for death and the Hereafter.
Al-Ḥayy (The Ever-Living)He relied on Allah’s eternal life, seeking refuge in His everlasting nature.
Al-Qayyūm (The Sustainer)He trusted Allah’s continuous support in all affairs.
Al-Bāqī (The Everlasting)He taught the importance of seeking what remains forever, not the fleeting world.
Al-Muqīt (The Nourisher)He taught gratitude for sustenance and encouraged charity.

⚖ V. Names of Justice, Honor & Accountability (12)

Divine NameProphetic Example
Al-‘Adl (The Most Just)The Prophet ﷺ was renowned for his justice, even towards enemies and in disputes involving his own family.
Al-Mu’izz (The Giver of Honor)He honored the humble and taught that true honor is by piety and closeness to Allah.
Al-Mudhill (The Giver of Dishonor)He warned against arrogance and taught humility as the path to honor.
Al-Jāmi‘ (The Gatherer)He united the fragmented tribes of Arabia under Islam, gathering hearts and communities.
Al-Wārith (The Inheritor)He reminded believers that the ultimate inheritance is the Hereafter, not worldly possessions.
Al-Barr (The Source of Goodness)His life was filled with acts of kindness and benevolence to all creation.
Al-Mājid (The Noble)He embodied nobility in character — dignified yet approachable.
Al-Majīd (The Glorious)His glory was in his patience, perseverance, and submission to Allah.
Al-Mubdi’ (The Originator)He brought new teachings that reformed and renewed society according to divine will.
Al-Dayyān (The Ultimate Judge)He reminded people of accountability and the ultimate judgment to come.
Al-Khāfid (The Abaser)He accepted trials and humiliation patiently, knowing Allah’s wisdom in abasement.
Ar-Rāfi‘ (The Exalter)He raised the status of the oppressed and guided them toward dignity in Islam.

💡 VI. Names of Guidance, Giving & Generosity (11)

Divine NameProphetic Example
Al-Hādī (The Guide)The Prophet ﷺ constantly sought guidance through prayer and revealed the path for others.
Ar-Rashīd (The Guide to the Right Path)He demonstrated steadfastness in following the straight path and correcting others gently.
An-Nūr (The Light)His presence illuminated darkness, guiding companions through trials with wisdom.
Al-Karīm (The Generous)Known for his generosity, he gave freely to the poor and strangers without hesitation.
Al-Fattāḥ (The Opener)He opened hearts to faith and resolved difficult issues with wisdom and justice.
Al-Bāṣit (The Extender)He extended mercy and provision to all, expanding the circle of compassion.
Al-Mughni (The Enricher)Through his teachings, he enriched lives spiritually and socially.
Al-Mu‘ṭī (The Giver)He gave of himself in service, knowledge, and kindness to all.
Al-Wahhāb (The Giver of Gifts)His life was a manifestation of Allah’s gifts — through blessings, knowledge, and mercy.
Ash-Shākir (The Appreciative)He expressed gratitude in all conditions and taught thankfulness.
Al-Mannān (The Bestower)He acknowledged Allah’s continuous bestowal in daily life and guided others to do the same.

🛡 VII. Names of Nearness, Support & Protection (10)

Divine NameProphetic Example
Al-Walī (The Protective Friend)The Prophet ﷺ sought refuge in Allah and taught reliance on Him as the truest protector.
Al-Wakīl (The Trustee)He placed full trust in Allah for all matters, demonstrating perfect reliance.
Al-Mawlā (The Patron)He was the guardian and leader of the believers, reflecting divine patronage.
An-Nāṣir (The Helper)He called upon Allah’s help repeatedly, showing dependence on divine support.
As-Salām (The Source of Peace)His presence brought peace, and he taught that true peace comes from Allah alone.
Al-Muʿīd (The Restorer)He restored faith and community after hardship, embodying renewal.
Al-Mujīb (The Responsive)He demonstrated that Allah answers sincere du’a at the right time.
Al-Kāfī (The Sufficient)He lived simply, trusting that Allah’s sufficiency meets all needs.
Al-Muqaddim (The Expediter)He trusted Allah’s timing, knowing all is brought forward by Him at the best moment.
Al-Mu’akhkhir (The Delayer)He showed patience with divine delay, knowing it serves a greater wisdom.

🌈 VIII. Names of Transcendence, Oneness & Self-Sufficiency (11)

Divine NameProphetic Example
Al-Wāḥid (The One)The Prophet ﷺ upheld pure tawheed, worshipping Allah as the Only One.
Aṣ-Ṣamad (The Self-Sufficient)He taught reliance on Allah alone, who needs nothing from creation.
Al-Ghaniyy (The Rich, Free of Need)He lived simply, content with Allah’s sufficiency rather than worldly riches.
Al-Qadīr (The Omnipotent)He submitted fully to Allah’s power in all matters.
Al-‘Āliyy (The Most High)He maintained reverence for Allah’s exalted status.
Al-‘Aẓīm (The Tremendous)He humbled himself before Allah’s greatness in all circumstances.
Al-Mutʿālī (The Most Exalted)His worship reflected recognition of Allah’s exalted nature.
Al-Awwal (The First)He acknowledged Allah as the First, with no beginning.
Al-Ākhir (The Last)He reminded believers that Allah is the Last, with no end.
Al-Wājid (The Finder)He sought Allah, the Finder of all needs and desires.
Al-Aḥad (The Indivisible One)He emphasized Allah’s absolute oneness and uniqueness.

🌀 IX. Names of Subtlety, Intimacy & Deep Action (10)

Divine NameProphetic Example
Aẓ-Ẓāhir (The Ascendant)He was keenly aware of Allah’s manifest power in every aspect of life.
Al-Bāṭin (The Intimate)He taught the closeness of Allah beyond what is seen or heard.
Al-Laṭīf (The Most Subtle)He noticed and taught the importance of subtle signs and small acts.
Al-Ḥafīẓ (The Preserver)He trusted Allah’s protection over all affairs, big and small.
Al-Mani‘ (The Withholder)He accepted divine withholding with patience, knowing its wisdom.
Al-Ḍārr (The Distresser)He bore hardship and pain patiently, seeing it as a test and purification.
An-Nāfiʿ (The Benefactor)He sought and distributed benefit, prioritizing what brings true good.
Al-Ṣabūr (The Patient One)He embodied patience in every trial, teaching endurance and hope.
Al-Qāhir (The All-Dominant)He submitted completely to Allah’s overpowering will.
Al-Muḥīṭ (The All-Encompassing)He lived fully conscious of Allah’s encompassing knowledge and mercy.

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