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الْخَالِق
Al-Khāliq Meaning
- Transliteration
- Al-Khāliq
- Pronunciation
- Al-Khaa-lik
- English meaning
- The Creator
- German meaning
- Der Schöpfer
- Turkish meaning
- Her şeyi yoktan var eden, yaratan
What does Al-Khāliq mean?
The One who brings everything into existence from non-existence, determining the measure and proportion of all things.
How can I call upon Allah with Al-Khāliq in dua?
Invoke 'Ya Al-Khaliq' to seek guidance in creative endeavors and to find spiritual light and purpose in life.
Reflection
Reflecting on this name teaches us that nothing is accidental. Everything exists by His decree 'Be!', calling us to respect all life.
Source note
The first of the three names related to creation (with Al-Bari and Al-Musawwir), focusing on the initial planning and determination.
Qur'anic reference / basis: (6:102) (13:16) (39:62) (40:62) (59:24)
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