Asmaul Husna and Its Meanings, Complete with Calligraphy
Asmaul husna as affirmed in his words: “And Allah has good names (great, noble) so call to Him by mentioning those names, and leave those who turn away from the truth in using His names. They will be recompensed for what they did.” (Surah Al-A’raf, verse 180).
Say, “Call on ALLAH, or call on AR-RAHMAN. With any name you’re fun with. He has al asmaul husna (the best names) “He is ALLAH, there is no God but He, He has al-asmaul-husna (good names)”- (Surah Thaha:8).
Asmaul husna according to its grammatical meaning consists of the word Asma which has the meaning of a name and husna that has a good meaning, great, noble or beautiful. When combined, Asma’ul Husna contains the understanding of the names of Allah S.W.T which are charged with beauty and goodness.
Based on the word of Allah SWT in Surah Al-A’raf, verse 180 then Asmaul husna became an interesting theme to enrich the quality of human worship to the khaliq. There are various meanings that are so profound that can be obtained by studying, studying, permeating the meaning of each of the Asmaul husna.
Addressing Asmaul husna turns out to give birth to differences of opinion related to its meaning, meaning, and interpretation. In addition to the differences in terms of interpreting and interpreting the names, there are also differences in the number of names of Asmaul husna, there are opinions that say 99, 100, 200, even 1,000 names. Each opinion certainly has its basis, and it does not need to be further disputed.
The scholars, scholars and the present have made Asmaul husna as a source of inspiration and innovation in developing the application of Islamic teachings in the form of worship. By conducting a review and discussion of the interpretation of the names is expected to find the more clear address of Dzat that should be for the final purpose of all worship.
All syllables addressed to Allah SWT must be understood makana, its meaning and interpretation so that its use can be reasonable. God is the All-mighty, the All-wise. Therefore Muslims will not easily write “Allah is…”, because it is clear that there is nothing that can be equal to Allah SWT. But on the other hand it must be understood the teachings of the Qur’an about Allah SWT.
The scholars assert that all the absolute value of truth is only attached to Allah SWT. So the consequence is only Allah, the Most High. But Allah is Possessed of Power, All-Compassionate and Compassionate. Thus is the name of Allah with all its attributes explained by the term Asmaul Husna.
From a Hadith from Abu Hurairah R.a. he said the Prophet Muhammad s.a.w. once said: “Verily Allah s.w.t has 99 names, i.e. one hundred less one, whoever counts them (memorizing them in full) enters heaven” – Bukhari’s Narrated.
And a total of 99 names of Allah (Asmaul Husna) are:
Table of Contents
- Asmaul husna 99
- Asmaul Husna Calligraphy
- Calligraphy Asmaul Husna Ar-rahman means Most Compassionate
- Calligraphy Asmaul Husna Arrahin means Most Compassionate
- Calligraphy Al Malik Means King
- Calligraphy Al Quddus Means Holy
- Calligraphy As Salaam Means Prosperous
- Al Mu’min calligraphy means security
- Calligraphy of Al Muhaimin means keeper
- Calligraphy Asmaul Husna Al Aziiz means dashing
- Calligraphy Asmaul Husna Al Jabbar means mighty
Asmaul husna 99
No. | Asmaul Husna Latin | Asmaul Husna Arab | Artinya |
---|---|---|---|
1. | Ar Rahman | الرحمن | The Most Merciful |
2. | Ar Rahiim | الرحيم | The Most Merciful |
3. | Al Malik | الملك | The Almighty |
4. | Al Quddus | القدوس | The Most Holy |
5. | As Salaam | السلام | The Almighty Gives Prosperity |
6. | Al Mu’min | المؤمن | The Almighty Provides Security |
7. | Al Muhaimin | المهيمن | The Almighty |
8. | Al Aziz | العزيز | The Mighty |
9 | Al Jabbar | الجبار | Who Has Absolute Greatness |
10 | Al Mutakabbir | المتكبر | The Most Magnificent |
11 | Al Khaliq | الخالق | The Creator |
12 | Al Baari | البارئ | The Most Unleashed |
13 | Al Mushawwir | المصور | The Almighty |
14 | Al Ghaffaar | الغفار | The Most Forgiving |
15 | Al Qahhaar | القهار | The Most Pushy |
16 | Al Wahhaab | الوهاب | The Most Gracious |
17 | Ar Razzaaq | الرزاق | The Almighty |
18 | Al Fattaah | الفتاح | The Most Merciful |
19 | Al ‘Aliim | العليم | The All-knowing |
20 | Al Qaabidh | القابض | The Most Narrowed |
21 | Al Baasith | الباسط | The Almighty |
22 | Al Khaafidh | الخافض | The Most Condescending |
23 | Ar Raafi | الرافع | The Most Exalted |
24 | Al Mu’izz | المعز | The Most Glorified |
25 | Al Mudzil | المذل | The Most Insulting |
26 | Al Samii | السميع | The All-hearing |
27 | Al Bashiir | البصير | The Most See |
28 | Al Hakam | الحكم | The Almighty |
29 | Al ‘Adl | العدل | The Just |
30 | Al Lathiif | اللطيف | The Most Gentle |
31 | Al Khabiir | الخبير | The All-Knowing |
32 | Al Haliim | الحليم | The Most Forbearing |
33 | Al ‘Azhiim | العظيم | The Almighty |
34 | Al Ghafuur | الغفور | The Most Merciful |
35 | As Syakuur | الشكور | The Most Merciful |
36 | Al ‘Aliy | العلى | The Most High |
37 | Al Kabiir | الكبير | The Most Great |
38 | Al Hafizh | الحفيظ | The Most Nurturing |
39 | Al Muqiit | المقيت | The Almighty |
40 | Al Hasiib | الحسيب | The Most Calculating |
41 | Al Jaliil | الجليل | The Most Sublime |
42 | Al Kariim | الكريم | The Most Gracious |
43 | Ar Raqiib | الرقيب | The Most Watchful |
44 | Al Mujiib | المجيب | The Most Granted |
45 | Al Waasi | الواسع | The Most Spacious |
46 | Al Hakiim | الحكيم | The Most Wise |
47 | Al Waduud | الودود | The Most Loving |
48 | Al Majiid | المجيد | Your Highness |
49 | Al Baa’its | الباعث | The Most Evocative |
50 | As Syahiid | الشهيد | The Most Watched |
51 | Al Haqq | الحق | The Truth |
52 | Al Wakiil | الوكيل | The Most Nurturing |
53 | Al Qawiyyu | القوى | The Most Powerful |
54 | Al Matiin | المتين | The Most Powerful |
55 | Al Waliyy | الولى | The Most Protective |
56 | Al Hamiid | الحميد | The Most Commendable |
57 | Al Muhshii | المحصى | The Most Calculating |
58 | Al Mubdi | المبدئ | The Most Initiate |
59 | Al Mu’iid | المعيد | The Almighty Restores Life |
60 | Al Muhyii | المحيى | The Most Live |
61 | Al Mummified | المميت | The Most Deadly |
62 | Al Hayyu | الحي | The Living |
63 | Al Qayyuum | القيوم | The Most Independent |
64 | Al Waajid | الواجد | The Almighty |
65 | Al Maajid | الماجد | Your Highness |
66 | Al Wahid | الواحد | The All-Single |
67 | Al Ahad | الاحد | The Almighty |
68 | As Shamad | الصمد | What’s Most Needed |
69 | Al Qaadir | القادر | The Most Decisive |
70 | Al Muqtadir | المقتدر | The Almighty |
71 | Al Muqaddim | المقدم | The Most Preceding |
72 | Al Mu’akkhir | المؤخر | The Most Ending |
73 | Al Awwal | الأول | The First |
74 | Al Aakhir | الأخر | The Last |
75 | Az Zhaahir | الظاهر | The Real |
76 | Al Baathin | الباطن | The Almighty |
77 | Al Waali | الوالي | The Almighty |
78 | Al Muta’aalii | المتعالي | The Most High |
79 | Al Barru | البر | The Most Generous |
80 | At Tawwaab | التواب | The Most Repented |
81 | Al Muntaqim | المنتقم | The Most Recompense |
82 | Al Afuww | العفو | The Most Forgiving |
83 | Ar Ra’uuf | الرؤوف | The Most Caregiver |
84 | Malikul Mulk | مالك الملك | The Almighty of the Kingdom |
85 | Dzul Jalaali Wal Ikraam | ذو الجلال و الإكرام | The Almighty |
86 | Al Muqsith | المقسط | The Most Graer of Justice |
87 | Al Jamii’ | الجامع | The Most Collecting |
88 | Al Ghaniyy | الغنى | The Rich |
89 | Al Mughnii | المغنى | The Almighty |
90 | Al Maani | المانع | The Most Prevented |
91 | Ad Dhaar | الضار | The Almighty |
92 | An Nafii | النافع | The Almighty |
93 | An Nuur | النور | The Most Luminous |
94 | Al Haadii | الهادئ | The Most Guided |
95 | Al Badii’ | البديع | The Creator |
96 | Al Baaqii | الباقي | The Eternal |
97 | Al Waarits | الوارث | The Almighty |
98 | Ar Rasyiid | الرشيد | The All-knowing |
99 | As Shabuur | الصبور | The Most Patient |
Asmaul Husna Calligraphy
Calligraphy is considered a physically visible spiritual art.
The image above is an example of Asmaul Husna calligraphy. 99 Asamul Husna is already found at the beginning of the pages of the Qur’an. Asmaul Husna calligraphy is designed with beautiful writing that gives the impression of majesty and to the Almighty of every name and nature of God.
Asmaul Husna calligraphy is commonly used as a wall decoration in the house and house of worship of a Muslim. In addition to making Muslims more understanding and believing in the power and majesty of Allah, Asmaul Husna is also considered to bring benefits and blessings when reading it.
Here are some pictures of Asmaul husna calligraphy:
Calligraphy Asmaul Husna Ar-rahman means Most Compassionate
Calligraphy Asmaul Husna Arrahin means Most Compassionate
Calligraphy Al Malik Means King
Calligraphy Al Quddus Means Holy
Calligraphy As Salaam Means Prosperous
Al Mu’min calligraphy means security
Calligraphy of Al Muhaimin means keeper
Calligraphy Asmaul Husna Al Aziiz means dashing
Calligraphy Asmaul Husna Al Jabbar means mighty
It is best to memorize and practice Asmaul Husna regularly. Insha God’s life will become more barokah and calmer.