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الحَكَم
Al-Ḥakam Meaning
- Transliteration
- Al-Ḥakam
- Pronunciation
- Al-Ha-kam
- English meaning
- The Judge, The Arbitrator
- German meaning
- Der Richter, der Schiedsherr
- Turkish meaning
- Mutlak hakim, nihai hükmü veren
What does Al-Ḥakam mean?
The One whose judgment is final and irrevocable. He is the ultimate arbitrator who distinguishes truth from falsehood and justice from injustice with absolute wisdom and fairness.
How can I call upon Allah with Al-Ḥakam in dua?
Invoke 'Ya Al-Ḥakam' to seek clarity in complex disputes, to ask for justice when wronged, and to beg for wisdom in making life-altering decisions.
Reflection
Reflecting on this name brings peace to the oppressed, knowing that a final, perfect judgment awaits. It also warns the oppressor that no worldly authority can bypass divine justice.
Source note
Directly supported by the Qur'anic wording in (6:114), where 'ḥakam' is used for Allah; (22:69) supports the broader theme of divine judgment.
Direct Qur'anic basis: (6:114); additional thematic reference: (22:69)
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