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الرَّحْمَٰنُ
Ar-Rahman
"The Entirely Merciful" — the 1st of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
Allah's mercy encompasses all of creation, believer and disbeliever alike — the daily rain, sunrise, and breath.
In the Quran: Quran 55:1
About the 99 Names of Allah
The 99 Names of Allah — Asma-ul-Husna (الأسماء الحسنى, "The Most Beautiful Names") — are the names by which Allah is described in the Quran and authentic hadith. Each name reveals an attribute of Allah: His mercy, might, wisdom, forgiveness, sustenance, and countless others. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, "Allah has ninety-nine names, one hundred less one; whoever memorises them will enter Paradise" (Sahih al-Bukhari 2736). Ar-Rahman is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Ar-Rahman
What does Ar-Rahman mean?
Ar-Rahman (الرَّحْمَٰنُ) means "The Entirely Merciful" in English. It is the 1st of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. Allah's mercy encompasses all of creation, believer and disbeliever alike — the daily rain, sunrise, and breath.
How is Ar-Rahman written in Arabic?
Ar-Rahman is written in Arabic as الرَّحْمَٰنُ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Ar-Rahman literally means "The Entirely Merciful".
Is Ar-Rahman mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Ar-Rahman is referenced in Quran 55:1. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 55.
What are the 99 Names of Allah?
The 99 Names of Allah — Asma-ul-Husna (الأسماء الحسنى, "The Most Beautiful Names") — are the names by which Muslims describe and remember Allah. Compiled from the Quran and authentic hadith, each name reveals an attribute of Allah's essence, actions, or mercy. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said whoever memorises them will enter Paradise (Sahih al-Bukhari 2736).