The 99 Names of Allah

    By Storybird

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    20 Dec, 2023

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    Once upon a time, in a town called Medina, lived a kind and wise teacher named Ustadh Yusuf. He was a tall, gentle man with a silvery beard and bright, twinkling eyes that spoke volumes of his wisdom. He loved teaching children about the beautiful names of Allah.

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    Every Friday, Ustadh Yusuf would gather the children under the large olive tree in the town square. As they sat on the soft grass, he would begin reciting the 99 Names of Allah, each one more beautiful than the last.

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    One sunny morning, a new face appeared among the children. It was a little girl named Fatima, who had recently moved to Medina with her family. She was eager to learn about the 99 Names of Allah.

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    Ustadh Yusuf was delighted to see Fatima's eagerness. He began with the name Ar-Rahman, explaining how it meant The Most Gracious. He painted a picture of a sky so vast and blue, representing the endless mercy of Allah.

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    As the weeks passed, Fatima grew more fascinated by the beautiful names. She learnt about Al-Malik, the King who rules with grace, and Al-Quddus, whose holiness makes the angels sing.

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    Ustadh Yusuf taught them about Al-Aziz, the mighty, and Al-Hakim, the wise. He explained how these names showed Allah's strength and wisdom, guiding all beings in the universe.

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    Fatima was especially moved when she heard about Al-Ghaffar, the Forgiving, and Al-Wadud, the Loving. She imagined Allah's forgiveness as a grand love, and His affection as soft as sand.

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    The names Al-Hayy, the Ever-Living, and Al-Qayyum, the Self-Sustaining, made her think of a timeless stream and a nourishing sunbeam, symbols of life and sustenance.

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    When Ustadh Yusuf recited Al-Ali, the Most High, and Al-Kabir, the Greatest, Fatima imagined them as being above all and beyond the sky.

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    The names Al-Sami, the All-Hearing, and Al-Basir, the All-Seeing, assured Fatima that Allah heard every whisper and saw everything from sea to sea.

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    As weeks turned into months, Fatima learned more names - Al-Ghani, the Self-Sufficient, Al-Hamid, the Praiseworthy, Al-Aziz, the Mighty, Al-Raheem, the Merciful, and many more.

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    Ustadh Yusuf explained each name with so much love and wisdom that Fatima felt a deep connection with Allah. She began to understand His attributes and feel His presence in her life.

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    One day, Ustadh Yusuf spoke of Al-Khaliq, the Creator, and Al-Bari, the Maker. Fatima imagined Allah's masterful touch in every creation, shaping all beings with immense care.

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    As Ustadh Yusuf continued with the names Al-Aziz, the Powerful, and Al-Ghafur, the Forgiving, Fatima felt a deep sense of peace. She realized Allah's power and His immense capacity for forgiveness.

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    The wisdom in the names Al-Hakim, the Wise, and Al-Khabir, the All-Aware, resonated deeply with Fatima. She saw how Allah guided everyone's way, knowing all things, day and night.

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    Fatima's heart was filled with awe and love for Allah. The more she learned about His names, the more her faith grew. She felt a sense of comfort and peace that she had never experienced before.

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    She began to recite the 99 Names of Allah in her daily prayers, feeling their beauty and wisdom seep into her soul. It brought her closer to Allah and strengthened her faith.

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    Fatima thanked Ustadh Yusuf for his teachings. Her eyes sparkled with gratitude and admiration. Ustadh Yusuf, with his kind smile, said, "All knowledge is a gift from Allah, my child."

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    Fatima grew up to be a wise and kind woman, embodying the teachings of Ustadh Yusuf. She passed on the knowledge of the 99 Names of Allah to her own children, ensuring the wisdom continued to spread.

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    She would often tell her children, "Each name of Allah is a treasure. The more you understand them, the more you understand His mercy, His love, and His wisdom."

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    Fatima's children, and later her grandchildren, grew up learning about the 99 Names of Allah under the same olive tree where Ustadh Yusuf taught many years ago. The tradition continued, bringing peace and wisdom to all.

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    Fatima often remembered Ustadh Yusuf and his teachings. His words echoed in her heart and guided her through life. She realized that the knowledge she gained under the olive tree was a precious gift.

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    The lessons she learned from Ustadh Yusuf were not just about the 99 Names of Allah. They were about love, compassion, forgiveness, and understanding. They taught her to be a better human being and a faithful believer.

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    So, the beautiful names of Allah and their wisdom lived on through generations. They continued to guide, inspire, and comfort those who sought to understand them, just as they had done for Fatima.

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    And so, the olive tree in Medina continues to be a source of wisdom and faith. Under its shade, the 99 Names of Allah still resonate, filling hearts with love, comfort, and peace.

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