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الْقَيُّومُ

Al-Qayyum Meaning

Transliteration
Al-Qayyum
Pronunciation
al-qay-YOOM
English meaning
The Self-Sustaining
German meaning
Der aus sich Bestehende
Turkish meaning
Her şeyi ayakta tutan
Arabic name
الْقَيُّومُ

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Explanation

Through Al-Qayyum, Allah’s self-subsistence and sustaining of all existence is emphasized. The name remains within tawhid and tanzih, not as a human-like or pictorial attribute.

Dua usage

Call upon Allah with this name when seeking stability in uncertainty, order in daily life, and freedom from false self-sufficiency. The request remains humble and bound to Allah’s will.

Reflection

This name corrects your perspective: you do not stand by yourself; even your next breath is sustained.

Source note

For Al-Qayyum: The meaning is aligned with classical Sunni explanation. The order is a learning order, not an exclusive boundary of belief.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Al-Qayyum mean?

Al-Qayyum means "The Self-Sustaining."

How can I call upon Allah with Al-Qayyum in dua?

Call upon Allah with this name when seeking stability in uncertainty, order in daily life, and freedom from false self-sufficiency. The request remains humble and bound to Allah’s will.

Is Al-Qayyum individually claimed as sahih-confirmed here?

No. This app keeps the dataset source note visible and treats the common learning list with source awareness. For Al-Qayyum: The meaning is aligned with classical Sunni explanation. The order is a learning order, not an exclusive boundary of belief.