A Life with the Divine - 25 Names of Allah

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A Life with the Divine presents a structured study of Allah’s names and their practical expressions in everyday life. It opens with the purification of the soul (tazkiyat al-nafs) and explains why learning Allah’s names restores imān, deepens worship, and shapes moral decision-making. Subsequent chapters explore key names such as Allah, al-Hādi, al-Hāfīẓ, al-Fattāḥ, al-Shāfi, al-Jabbār, al-Wakīl, al-Ghafūr, and al-Malik, detailing linguistic background, scriptural grounding, and the spiritual and behavioral effects of firm belief.

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CategoryReligion & Spirituality

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Pages496

Reading Time20 h 50 min

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Introduction

Tazkiyat al-Nafs/Purification of the Soul and Allah’s Names

The Majestic Name “Allah”

The Majestic Name al-Hādi (The Ever-Guiding)

The Majestic Name al-Ḥafīẓ (The Ever-Preserver)

The Majestic Name al-Fattāḥ (The Ever-Opener)

The Majestic Name al-Shāfi (The Healer)

The Majestic Name al-Jabbār (The Ever-Restorer)

The Majestic Name al-Wakīl (The Ultimate Trustee)

The Majestic Name al-Ghafūr (The Ever-Forgiving)

The Majestic Name al-Malik (The King)

[OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com) A Life with the Divine: 25 Names ofAllah and their everyday expressions in life First published in England by Kube Publishing Ltd, Markfield Conference Centre, Ratby Lane, Markfield, Leicestershire LE67 9SY, United Kingdom. Distributed by Kube Publishing Ltd. Tel: +44(0)1530 249230 email: [info@kubepublishing.com](info@kubepublishing.com) [www.kubepublishing.com](www.kubepublishing.com) Copyright © Ali Hammuda 2024 All rights reserved The right of Ali Hammuda to be identified as the author of this work has been asserted by him in accordance with the Copyrights, Designs and Patents act, 1988. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior permission of the copyright owner. ISBN 978-1-84774-217-9 Paperback ISBN 978-1-84774-218-6 ebook Cover design: Afreen Fazil (Jaryah Studios) Typesetting: LiteBook Prepress Services [OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com) Contents 1 Introduction Tazkiyat al-Nafs/Purification of the Soul and Allah’s Names 1.1 The importance of Tazkiyat al-Nafs 1.2 What is meant by purification of the soul? 1.3 What makes the study of Allah’s Names so vital? a. Its legal status b. Allah wants to be known c. Commitment can only come after knowledge d. The study and understanding of Allah’s Names is one of the primary ways of restoring īmān and, thus, experiencing the sweetness of worship. e. The study of Allah’s Names and Attributes and one’s ability to abstain from sins f. The entire world will be seen through the lens of Allah’s Names g. One’s greatest ambition should be Allah’s acceptance and entering Paradise, and the study of Allah’s Names is a means of attaining them both 1.4 Principles that govern one’s understanding of Allah’s Names 1.5 Traditional approaches to the study of Allah’s Names vs. the present approach 2 The Majestic Name “Allah” 2.1 Characteristics of the Name “Allah” 2.2 The linguistic origins ofthe Name Allah 2.3 What does “Allahumma” mean? 2.4 The effects of believing in the Name Allah a. A renewed approach towards the term ʿibādah (worship) and the Ma ʿbūd (the worshipped) b. Decisions in life will be centered around Allah c. Focussing one’s mind on Allah d. Unending amazement and awe e. An immediate retreat to Him f. The adoration of Allah 3 The Majestic Name al-Hādi (The Ever-Guiding) 3.1 The Name al-Hādī according to Prophet Mūsā 3.2 Examples of al-Hadī’s guidance in the life of the Muslim a. The sending of Prophets, Messengers, scriptures and miracles b. Islam is the default status of every human being c. Man’s inner caller to Allah d. The unplanned circumstances of life through which Allah guides 3.3 Al-Hādī continues to guide but man chooses to close his eyes 4 The Majestic Name al-Ḥafīẓ (The Ever-Preserver) 4.1 The linguistic origins ofthe Name al-Ḥafīẓ 4.2 The effects of believing in the Name al-Ḥafīẓ a. To call upon Him using this Name b. To be watchful of al-Ḥafīẓ c. To love al-Ḥafīẓ and to think the best of Him d. Reliance on al-Ḥafīẓ e. How does one qualify for the guardianship of al-Ḥafīẓ ? 5 The Majestic Name al-Fattāḥ (The Ever-Opener) 5.1 The linguistic origins ofthe Name al-Fattāḥ 5.2 Examples of openings (fatḥ) in the life of man a. Science b. Conquests c. The opportunities for repentance d. During testing times 6 The Majestic Name al-Shāfi (The Healer) 6.1 The linguistic origins ofthe Name al-Shafi 6.2 The use of this Name in the Qur’an and Sunnah 6.3 Why do illnesses occur and what is the wisdom behind their delayed healing? a. Allah may afflict one with illness to erase one’s sins. b. Illness may be a means of attaining a degree in Paradise that is otherwise unattainable through one’s deeds alone. c. Illness may be a punishment. d. Illnesses may be due to

FAQs

Why is studying Allah’s names considered vital for purification of the soul?

The book explains that tazkiyat al-nafs is strengthened through knowledge of Allah’s names, which restores imān and enables a deeper experience of worship and moral restraint.

How does belief in the name al-Hādi influence a Muslim’s life?

It is presented through both guidance examples—such as prophets, scriptures, and life circumstances—and the idea that guidance continues while people may choose to turn away.

What spiritual effects are described for believing in al-Shāfi (The Healer)?

The text links belief in al-Shāfi to invoking Allah for healing, cultivating reliance and optimism, and developing attachment to the Qur’an, while also discussing wisdom behind illness and delayed healing.

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