The 99 names of ALLAH’s called ASMA UL HUSNA hold great significance in Islam. These names of ALLAH have different meanings and are highly impactful. It depicts the unique attribute of ALLAH and exhibits his mercy, wisdom, and power. In this blog, we will discuss the benefits of reciting the 99 names of ALLAH. But before that, it is important to know the 99 names of ALLAH and its meanings. Below is the table listing of all the 99 names of ALLAH along with their meanings 

99 Name Of Allah And Meaning

Name Meaning Name Meaning

Ar-Rahman

The Beneficent

Ar-Raheem

The Merciful

Al-Malik

The King

Al-Quddus

The Pure, The Holy

As-Salam

The Source of Peace

Al-Mu’min

The Giver of Faith

Al-Muhaymin

The Protector

Al-Aziz

The Almighty

Al-Jabbar

The Compeller

Al-Mutakabbir

The Majestic

Al-Khaliq

The Creator

Al-Bari

The Evolver

Al-Musawwir

The Fashioner

Al-Ghaffar

The Great Forgiver

Al-Qahhar

The All-Prevailing

Al-Wahhab

The Supreme Bestower

Ar-Razzaq

The Provider

Al-Fattah

The Opener

Al-Alim

The All-Knowing

Al-Qabid

The Withholder

Al-Basit

The Extender

Al-Khafid

The Reducer

Ar-Rafi

The Exalter

Al-Mu’izz

The Honor-Giver

Al-Mudhill

The Dishonorer

As-Sami

The All-Hearing

Al-Basir

The All-Seeing

Al-Hakam

The Judge

Al-Adl

The Utterly Just

Al-Latif

The Subtle One

Al-Khabir

The All-Aware

Al-Halim

The Forbearing

Al-Azim

The Magnificent

Al-Ghafur

The Great Forgiver

Ash-Shakur

The Most Appreciative

Al-Ali

The Most High

Al-Kabir

The Most Great

Al-Hafiz

The Preserver

Al-Muqit

The Sustainer

Al-Hasib

The Reckoner

Al-Jalil

The Majestic

Al-Karim

The Generous

Ar-Raqib

The Watchful

Al-Mujib

The Responsive

Al-Wasi

The All-Encompassing

Al-Hakim

The All-Wise

Al-Wadud

The Most Loving

Al-Majid

The Glorious

Al-Ba’ith

The Resurrector

Ash-Shahid

The Witness

Al-Haqq

The Truth

Al-Wakil

The Trustee

Al-Qawiyy

The Most Strong

Al-Matin

The Firm

Al-Wali

The Protecting Friend

Al-Hamid

The Praiseworthy

Al-Muhsi

The Appraiser

Al-Mubdi

The Originator

Al-Mu’id

The Restorer

Al-Muhyi

The Giver of Life

Al-Mumit

The Creator of Death

Al-Hayy

The Ever-Living

Al-Qayyum

The Sustainer

Al-Wajid

The Perceiver

Al-Majid

The Illustrious

Al-Wahid

The One

Al-Ahad

The Unique

As-Samad

The Eternal

Al-Qadir

The Omnipotent

Al-Muqtadir

The Powerful

Al-Muqaddim

The Expediter

Al-Mu’akhkhir

The Delayer

Al-Awwal

The First

Al-Akhir

The Last

Az-Zahir

The Manifest

Al-Batin

The Hidden

Al-Wali

The Governor

Al-Muta’ali

The Self Exalted

Al-Barr

The Source of All Goodness

At-Tawwab

The Ever-Pardoning

Al-Muntaqim

The Avenger

Al-Afu

The Pardoner

Ar-Ra’uf

The Most Kind

Malik Al-Mulk

Master of the Kingdom

Dhul-Jalali Wal-Ikram

The Lord of Glory and Honour

Al-Muqsit

The Just

Al-Jami

The Gatherer

Al-Ghani

The Self-Sufficient

Al-Mughni

The Enricher

Al-Mani

The Preventer

Ad-Darr

The Distresser

An-Nafi

The Benefactor

An-Nur

The Light

Al-Hadi

The Guide

Al-Badi

The Incomparable

Al-Baqi

The Everlasting

Al-Warith

The Inheritor of All

Ar-Rashid

The Guide, Infallible Teacher

As-Sabur

The Patient
Some of the benefits that we can get through reciting these names are :

RELIEF FROM STRESS AND ANXIETY 

The names of ALLAH have the power to provide instant comfort and a sense of relief to its believers. Reciting the names of ALLAH like Ar Rahman, Ar Raheem, and  Al Wahab reminds us about the power ALLAH holds. It reminds us that Allah is the all powerful, beneficient, and the merciful. No matter what the situations are and how distressed we are, these names of ALLAH provide us inner peace. It removes all our insecurities and gives us hope that ALLAH is the controller and he will take us out of all the hardships of life.

INCREASE OUR SUSTENANCE

Every Muslim firmly believes that ALLAH is the only Sustainer. He only has the power to provide us with the things we need. He is the one who feeds the creatures of the ocean, creatures of the sky, and the creatures of the land. Reciting the names Al Ghani, Al Mughni, and Al Razzak can provide us sustenance from places that we can’t even imagine. These names of ALLAH remind us that we are nothing and we don’t have the power to feed ourselves. It is ALLAH who can provide us with food, wealth, and rizq.

RELIEF FROM DEADLY DISEASES

ALLAH (SWT) is the only one who can treat every sort of disease. Muslims should call upon him and ask for relief from diseases they have. For this purpose recitation of As Salam is highly beneficial. The meaning of this name is the one who provides us peace. By reciting this name ALLAH will help his believer and protect him from different diseases.

ACCEPTANCE OF PRAYERS

Every name of ALLAH has a different meaning and essence. These names have the power to make our prayers more impactful. ALLAH SWT loves it when we ask for his guidance by calling him by his different names. Reciting different names of ALLAH before asking for our wishes and desires makes it even more effective. Prayers get accepted and we get what’s best for us by reciting the names of ALLAH. Moreover, different names of ALLAH can be used for different purposes:
  • As-Samad: It can be recited to seek ALLAH ‘s help in hardships.
  • Al-Wadud: It can be recited for increasing the love and unity among people.
  • Al-Bari: Everyone can recite this name but pregnant ladies must read this name during the pregnancy period for a healthy and safe pregnancy.
  • Al-Hafiz: The name protects from different calamities.

FINAL WORDS

In a nutshell, the names of ALLAH are dynamic and prestigious. It is a noble practice that should be part of our daily routine. It is a source of attaining the pleasure of ALLAH and serenity. By making this practice a part of our life we can experience our strong bond with the creator of the universe. It heals us spiritually, mentally physically, and emotionally. It rebuilds our belief in the power of ALLAH and reminds us about his greatness.