Explanation: This is a munajat (intimate prayer) attributed to the ascetic Ibrahim ibn Adham. It describes the servant confessing his sins and seeking refuge in Allah's pardon alone,…
Hadith of the DayJumada al-Awwal 2, 1448
“Whoever performs the Fajr prayer in congregation is under Allah’s protection until evening.”
Muslim, Masajid 261
Name 55
الْمَتِين
Al-Matin
The One whose strength never diminishes, the Unshakable.
ABJAD VALUE500
RECITED WITH THE INTENTION OFRecited with the intention of patience and unshakable will.
Reciting a name as many times as its abjad value is a common custom; it is neither fard nor wajib. In the Dua Kitaplığı app's dhikr counter, this name comes ready with its target count.
What does Al-Matin mean?
Matin means the One whose strength is unshakable and firm. Qawiyy conveys the greatness of strength, Matin the firmness and constancy of that strength. Together they complete the meaning of both greatness and permanence.
In the Quran: In Surah adh-Dhariyat, verse 58, it occurs together with the names Razzaq and Qawiyy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Matin and Qawiyy?
Qawiyy conveys the amount of strength, Matin the unshakability of that strength. One describes the greatness of power, the other its endurance.
With what intention is the name Matin recited?
It is commonly recited with the intention of resolve, keeping one’s word and being able to endure hardship.
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