Ar-Raheem
Ar-Raheem (الرَّحِيم) is name number 2 of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma ul Husna). It means "The Most Merciful". Ar-Raheem expresses the mercy Allah shows especially to those who turn to Him in faith. Where Ar-Rahman is mercy to all, Ar-Raheem is often understood as His continuing, particular mercy to the believers.
Key takeaways
- Ar-Raheem (الرَّحِيم) means "The Most Merciful".
- It is name number 2 of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma ul Husna).
- The name is one of Allah's beautiful attributes, used in remembrance (dhikr) and supplication.
What does Ar-Raheem mean?
Ar-Raheem (الرَّحِيم) is one of the ninety-nine names of Allah, the Asma ul Husna. It means The Most Merciful. Ar-Raheem expresses the mercy Allah shows especially to those who turn to Him in faith. Where Ar-Rahman is mercy to all, Ar-Raheem is often understood as His continuing, particular mercy to the believers.
Reflecting on Ar-Raheem
Muslims are encouraged to call upon Allah by His beautiful names and to reflect on what each one means for their own lives. Knowing that Allah is Ar-Raheem - the most merciful - shapes how a believer trusts, hopes and turns to Him. The names are often repeated in remembrance (dhikr) and woven into supplication (du'a), ideally with the heart present and aware of the meaning rather than the tongue alone.
Common questions
What does Ar-Raheem mean?
Ar-Raheem (الرَّحِيم) means "The Most Merciful". Ar-Raheem expresses the mercy Allah shows especially to those who turn to Him in faith. Where Ar-Rahman is mercy to all, Ar-Raheem is often understood as His continuing, particular mercy to the believers.
Is Ar-Raheem one of the 99 names of Allah?
Yes. Ar-Raheem is name number 2 of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma ul Husna), the beautiful names and attributes of Allah established in the Qur'an and Sunnah.
What is the meaning of الرَّحِيم?
الرَّحِيم is read as Ar-Raheem and means "The Most Merciful" in English - one of the ninety-nine names of Allah.
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