الأوَّلُ
Al Awwal
Meaning
The First
Description
The First: Is the One who exists without creatures, without beginning and without time; One who is exempt from being created, from the appearance of a new attribute and from change, One who exists without coming into existence
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 Awwal means "The First", 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 الأوَّلُ (Al Awwal) 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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