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الصَّبُورُ
As-Sabūr Meaning
- Transliteration
- As-Sabūr
- Pronunciation
- as-sa-BOOR
- English meaning
- The Patient One, The Forbearing
- German meaning
- Der Langmütige, der Geduldige
- Turkish meaning
- Çok sabırlı, cezalandırmada acele etmeyen
What does As-Sabūr mean?
As-Sabur is the One who does not hasten to punish. He grants respite and continues to provide for even those who defy Him, allowing time for repentance and growth. His patience is a manifestation of His absolute power.
How can I call upon Allah with As-Sabūr in dua?
Invoke to ask for personal steadfastness (Sabr) and to pray for the ability to endure trials without losing faith or becoming bitter.
Reflection
Reflection on As-Sabur teaches us that strength is often shown through restraint. If the Creator is patient with us, we should strive to be patient with ourselves and others.
Source note
Traditionally listed as the final name in the well-known enumeration. The cited Qur'anic verses support the theme of patience, but do not clearly present 'As-Sabūr' as a direct Qur'anic name.
Traditional list basis: Jami' at-Tirmidhi 3507; thematic Qur'anic reference for patience: (2:153) (3:200) (103:3)
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