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الْقَيُّومُ

Al-Qayyūm

"The Sustainer of all things and the One who maintains existence."

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Al-Qayyūm symbolizes the attribute of the Exalted Allah that sustains all beings continuously. This name indicates that He is the source and supporter of everything, and that beings maintain their existence by His will. It reminds individuals that all elements in their lives point to Allah's power and that they must acknowledge that everything is under His control. From a Sufi perspective, ‘Al-Qayyūm’ carries profound meanings on a spiritual level. Believers feel that Allah is protecting and guiding them at every moment when they recite this name. Through this name, their inner peace increases, and they can better comprehend the purpose of creation. The characteristics of the Exalted Allah that educate, guide, and protect beings serve as a source of hope for believers. The reality that everything begins and ends with Him, and that all beings are dependent on Him, directs a person towards a deep sense of submission and worship. The name Al-Qayyūm enables you to be filled with respect and deep affection in the face of His greatness. Its enigmatic depth in the Qur'an allows you to understand Allah's dominion over existence more profoundly.

Reciting the name Al-Qayyūm helps a person achieve spiritual tranquility, illuminates the heart, and enhances the feeling of closeness to Allah. The recitation of this name is essential for individuals to free themselves from all kinds of difficulties and to live with the awareness that Allah protects them at every moment. It conveys that for a person's peace and happiness, they must always live relying on Him.