السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته
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Today’s Halqah 💕
By Dr:- Houria Abdelrehem May Allah SWT forgive her , her parents and her teachers who taught her Ameen ya Rab Alamein
Summary done By Sister Nadifo May Allah forgive her, her parents and her teachers who taught her Ameen ya Rab Alamein
The concept that Allah has more than 99 names is rooted in Islamic scholarship and interpretation of the Quran and Hadith. Here’s a breakdown of how this understanding has developed:
1. 99 Names Mentioned in Hadith, But Not Limiting
• There is a well-known hadith (Prophetic saying) where Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) states: “Allah has 99 names; whoever memorizes them will enter Paradise” (Sahih Bukhari, Sahih Muslim).
• However, this hadith is not saying that Allah only has 99 names; it merely emphasizes that there are 99 special names that hold significance for believers to know and memorize.
• Scholars interpret this as Allah having many names, but a particular set of 99 that are emphasized for remembrance and devotion.
2. Quranic Verses Indicating Numerous Names
• In various parts of the Quran, Allah is described with names and attributes beyond the well-known 99, which suggests that Allah’s names are vast and not confined to a single, defined list.
• For instance, the Quran mentions: “Say, ‘Invoke Allah or invoke the Most Merciful. Whichever [name] you invoke - to Him belong the best names’” (Quran 17:110). This verse implies a vastness in the names of Allah, beyond human comprehension.
3. Statements from Scholars
• Many classical Islamic scholars, including Ibn al-Qayyim and Imam al-Nawawi, have pointed out that Allah’s names and attributes are unlimited, as the divine nature cannot be fully captured by human language or numbers.
• Ibn Taymiyyah also emphasized that while 99 are highlighted, Allah’s names and attributes are infinite, given His infinite nature.
4. Unrevealed Names Known Only to Allah
• Another hadith suggests that Allah has names that He has not revealed to anyone. In a famous supplication, the Prophet (PBUH) prayed: “I ask You by every name belonging to You which You have named Yourself with, or revealed in Your Book, or taught to any of Your creation, or kept with Yourself in the knowledge of the unseen” (Ahmad, Ibn Hibban).
• This implies that some of Allah’s names are beyond human knowledge and are known only to Allah.
5. The Concept of Infinite Divine Attributes
• Islam teaches that Allah is beyond time, space, and any form of limitation. His attributes (which include His names) are therefore boundless, and each name reflects aspects of His limitless perfection.
• This theological perspective supports the belief that the 99 names we know represent a part of His divine attributes but not the entirety of them.
Conclusion
While the 99 names are special and carry great significance in Islamic tradition, they are not a limit to Allah’s attributes or names. Instead, they are a known and memorable set for believers to understand and reflect upon. There is a broader understanding in Islam that Allah’s attributes are ultimately beyond human enumeration
In Surah Al-Baqarah, verses 133 to 141, Allah emphasizes key teachings about faith, identity, and obedience to Allah These verses recount a conversation between Prophet Jacob (Yaqub) and his sons, where Jacob asks them whom they will worship after his death. His sons affirm their dedication to worshipping Allah alone, continuing the legacy of their forefathers, including Abraham, Ishmael, and Isaac.
The verses highlight the importance of following the path of true monotheism and remaining steadfast in faith rather than getting caught up in disputes about identity or lineage. Allah addresses the arguments among the Jews and Christians about religious affiliation, asserting that true righteousness lies in sincere belief in Allah,not merely in belonging to a particular group.