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الرَّافِع
Ar-Rāfi‘ Meaning
- Transliteration
- Ar-Rāfi‘
- Pronunciation
- Ar-Raa-fi‘
- English meaning
- The Exalter, The Uplifter
- German meaning
- Der Erhöhende
- Turkish meaning
- Dereceleri yükselten, şan ve şeref veren
What does Ar-Rāfi‘ mean?
The One who uplifts the believers in rank and spiritual status. He elevates those who are humble and sincere, granting them honor in this world and the hereafter.
How can I call upon Allah with Ar-Rāfi‘ in dua?
Invoke 'Ya Ar-Rāfi‘' to seek spiritual elevation, strength of character, and to be raised among those who are righteous and beloved by Allah.
Reflection
Reflecting on this name teaches us that true honor comes from Allah alone. To be raised high by the Creator, one must practice humility and serve others with a pure heart.
Source note
The direct counterpart to 'Al-Khāfiḍ'. Together, they represent the divine mechanism of justice where pride leads to abasement and humility leads to exaltation.
Found in Quran Ayah(s): (58:11)(6: 83)