الآخِرُ
Al Aakhir
Meaning
The Last
Description
The Last: Is the One who exists without interruption while the creatures are annihilated at every moment; He who is eternal, He who annihilates and is exempt from being annihilated and the disappearance of one or more attributes; The one that exists without being concerned by the notion of end and annihilation
Quranic Verses
This name of Allah is mentioned in the following Quranic verses:
(57:3)
Reflection and meditation
Meditating on Allah's names is a form of worship. Each name reveals an aspect of divine perfection and invites us to reflect on our relationship with our Creator. By understanding that Al Aakhir means "The Last", we learn to know Allah better and worship Him sincerely.
Supplication with this name
It is recommended to call upon Allah by His most beautiful names, as the Quran says: "And to Allah belong the best names, so invoke Him by them" (Al-A'raf, 7:180). You can use the name الآخِرُ (Al Aakhir) in your personal supplications to draw closer to Allah.
The importance of knowing Allah's names
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "Allah has 99 names, one hundred minus one. Whoever enumerates them (learns them, understands them and acts accordingly) will enter Paradise." (Bukhari and Muslim). Knowing Allah's names means understanding His attributes, His greatness and His mercy. This strengthens faith and helps the Muslim draw closer to their Lord.
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