The Most Beautiful Functional Names in the Holy Qur'an

An Analytical Endowment Study of the Implications of Divine Management

By: Dr. Nasser Ibn Dawood

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Author: Dr. Nasser Ibn Dawood

Edition: First Edition - 2025

Pages: 248

Category: Islamic Studies, Quranic Exegesis

Language: English

About This Book

This groundbreaking study presents a new methodological approach to understanding Allah's Most Beautiful Names, moving beyond traditional narratives to a functional and analytical perspective rooted exclusively in the Qur'anic text. The work employs a strict tawqif methodology, recognizing only those divine names explicitly mentioned in the Holy Qur'an while rejecting commonly cited names without Qur'anic foundation.

The book aims to delve into the understanding of these names from a "functional" perspective, tracing their practical and applied connotations in their Quranic contexts. It explores how Allah's laws in managing the universe and the affairs of creation are manifested through them, and how these names can be invoked and activated in supplication, reliance on Allah, problem-solving, and dealing with life's challenges to strengthen certainty, remove anxiety, and achieve happiness and tranquility. The book seeks to answer a fundamental question: "How do we apply our understanding of the names in our daily lives?"

Key Sections of the Book:

  1. Part I: Concept and Foundations - Establishes the theoretical framework and adopted methodology.
  2. Part II: Functional Divine Names - Analyzes the functions of the names in their Quranic contexts.
  3. Part III: Meanings and Fruits of Allah's Beautiful Names - An analytical study of each name.
  4. Part IV: Practical Applications - Transforming knowledge into daily practice.

Methodological Vision

The book adopts a strict tawqif methodology, recognizing only those divine names explicitly mentioned in the Holy Qur'an and rejecting commonly cited names without Quranic foundation. It provides a functional analysis of the names, demonstrating how Allah's laws in managing the universe are manifested through them, along with practical applications to enhance certainty and achieve tranquility.

Key Features:

  • Strict tawqif study based only on Quranically proven names
  • Functional analysis of Allah's Beautiful Names in their Quranic contexts
  • Classification of names into semantic categories and groups
  • Practical applications for activating the names in daily life
  • Comprehensive glossary of Quranic Beautiful Names

Table of Contents

Introduction

The Most Beautiful Functional Names in the Holy Qur'an
Special Thanks and Appreciation

Part I: Concept and Foundations

Allah's Beautiful Names in the Traditional Perspective
Incorrect and Fabricated Names - Analysis and Refutation
Contemporary Challenges in Understanding Allah's Beautiful Names
The Original Beautiful Names in the Holy Qur'an
Comparison Between Traditional and Functional Understanding
Summary of Common Understanding of the Names' Meanings
Summary of Meanings and Fruits of Functional Names
Classification of Names into Semantic Groups
The Bridge to Functional Names
The Original Beautiful Names (Comprehensive)

Part II: Functional Divine Names

Introduction to Functional Names and Their Conjunctions
Methodology of Extraction and Functional Classification
Practical Application and Activation
Major Functional Categories of Names
Detailed Functional Groups
Functions of Conjunctions of the Name "The All-Knowing"
The Group of the Name "The Rich" and Its Manifestations
The Group of the Name "The Dear" and Its Conjunctions
The Group of the Names "The Forgiving" and "The Merciful"
The Group of the Name "The Wise" and Individual Names
Individual Names Indicating Absolute Uniqueness
Super-Names and Properties of Conjunctions
Practical Applications in Understanding the Names
Activating the Names in the Believer's Life

Part III: Meanings and Fruits of the Names

The Most Compassionate, The Most Merciful
Allah (The Greatest Name)
The Sovereign, The Holy, The Source of Peace
The Giver of Security, The Overseer, The All-Mighty
The Compeller, The Supremely Great, The Forgiver
The Subduer, The Bestower, The Provider
The Opener, The All-Knowing, The Withholder, The Extender
The Honorer, The Humiliator, The Creator
The Evolver, The Fashioner, The Forbearing
The Appreciative, The Generous, The Wise
The Loving, The Accepter of Repentance, The Guide
The Most Great, The Originator, The Most Patient
The Light, The Preserver, The Protecting Friend
The All-Aware, The Owner of Sovereignty
The Possessor of Majesty and Honor, The Watchful
The Accepter of Reckoning, The Sustainer, The Majestic
The Responsive, The Disposer of Affairs, The All-Encompassing
The Ever-Living, The Sustainer of All, The First, The Last
The All-Hearing, The All-Seeing, The Compassionate
The Forgiving, The Most High, The Eternal Refuge
The Judge, The Witness, The Self-Sufficient
The Pardoner, The Gatherer, The Praiseworthy
The Source of Goodness, The Capable, The All-Powerful
The Giver of Life, The Causer of Death, The Equitable
The Governing One, The Inheritor, The Most Strong
The Firm, The Lord, The Most Generous
Knower of the Unseen and the Seen, The Clear

Part IV: Practical Applications

From Knowledge to Living
How Do We Apply Our Understanding of the Names?
Examples from the Lives of the Prophets

Conclusion and References

Book Summary
References and Sources

Conclusion: Allah's Beautiful Names as a Way of Life

The book aims to revive the understanding of Allah's Beautiful Names as functional and cognitive values, presenting a comprehensive vision of their role in enhancing Quranic contemplation and building society. It calls on readers to adopt Allah's Beautiful Names as a compass guiding their lives, enabling them to gain a deeper understanding of Allah's management and apply it in contemporary reality.

Who is this book for?

  • Researchers in Quranic Studies: Those interested in deeply understanding Quranic texts.
  • Those Interested in Islamic Theology: Seekers of strengthening certainty in Allah and His names.
  • Teachers and Preachers: Those wishing to teach the values of Allah's Beautiful Names in a modern way.
  • General Readers: Those wishing to deepen their connection with the Quran and Allah's Beautiful Names.