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AL-ALIM (The All-Knowing)

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In Surah al-Hadid (57:3), Allah, Al-Alim (The All-Knowing), informs us of some of the many Beautiful Names and that Allah knows the details of all things. Allah is Eternal and Everlasting.

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ASH-SHUKUR (The All-Appreciative)

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In Surah Al-Shura (42:23), Allah, Al-Ghafur (The Forgiver and Hidder of Faults) and Ash-Shakur (The Rewarder of Thankfulness, The All-Appreciative), confirms that whoever performs good, it will be increased for them. This part of the ayat comes after Allah instructing Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him and his family, to tell the people the following: “Say: ‘No reward do I ask of you for this except to love my close relatives.’” This is important because the increase in goodness from Allah will not only be given to Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him and his family, but all the believers who are kind and loving to his near relatives.

Colours

Writing in Very Dark Rose, Green and Black; Design in Cranberry, Very Dark Rose, Green and Black; Border in Black

Size

4.4” X 8.8”

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AL-SABIQUNA (The Foremost)

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In Surah Al-Muminun (23:61), Allah, Al-Matin (The Steadfast, The Firm) in the previous ayats, describes al-muminun (The Believers). They are in awe and cautious to fulfill religious obligations and refrain from sin out of fear and respect of Allah’s Grandeur and Kindness, sincerely believe in Allah’s signs, including the Holy Qur’an, do not associate partners with their Lord, give in charity with pure anxious hearts because they know they will return to Allah and fear they may not have adequately performed their obligations. Allah, The Most High, says that these people are those who hasten to the good and they are al-sabiquna (the foremost). Al-Sabiquna can be used as those who are the forerunners in a race or competition, those who are ahead and are relentlessly outstripping the others. The believers are, therefore, in a race, a race in doing good, back to Allah, our Creator, to Whom we will all return. Because we are fearful of Allah and believe with sincerity, it makes us hurry to perform good and righteous deeds. Hastening to do good comes from knowledge, faith, sincerity and charity with an apprehensive heart. And thus, we will receive all goodness, prosperity and Divine favours here and in the Hereafter.

Colours

Writing in Navy Blue; Design in Sunlight Yellow, Navy Blue, Light Hazelnut Brown, Satin Buttercup and Very Light Pearl Grey; Border in Very Light Peal Grey

Size

3.5” X 6.8”

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ITTABI’ (Follow)

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In Surah Luqman (31:15), Allah, Al-Muhyi (The Giver of Life), tells us to ittabi’ (follow) Al-Sabil (The Path, The Way) of those who turn to Allah and not the way of those who associate others with our Sustainer. This ayat is speaking about our parents. We are instructed to treat our parents, even if they do not follow Allah’s Path, with kindness and do not sever our relationship with them. However, we should not obey them if they insist we deviate from Islam and follow another way.

Colours

Writing in Medium Old Rose; Design in Medium Old Rose, Very Light Dusty Rose, Ultra Dark Dusty Rose and Ultra Very Dark Dusty Rose; Border in Ultra Dark Dusty Rose

Size

4.2” X 5.9”

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BAYNA (Between)

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In Surah Al-Anfal (8:24), Allah, Al-Jami’ (The Gatherer), earlier in this ayat, instructs us to answer the invitation of our Sustainer and Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him and his family. The inviting call is what will give us life, a mental, intellectual, and spiritual life. The acceptance of the Prophet’s invitation is the same as the acceptance of Allah’s invitation. The real life lies in faith in Allah, The Majestic, and the performance of righteous deeds. To live otherwise is living a deadened existence. Allah tells us that He intervenes bayna (between) people and their hearts. This shows that Allah is aware and present everywhere, closer to us than our jugular vein and all bounties and successes belong to our Sustainer. All the activities of our soul and intellect are under Allah's Authority also. And so if we call upon Allah, in His Mercy, our Lord will intervene and cause our hearts to become pure, faithful and certain of Allah’s Majesty.

Colours

Writing in Grey Green; Design in Dark Rose, Medium Old Rose, Quartz Pink, Shell Pink, Steel Grey and Grey Green; Border in Medium Old Rose

Size

3.5” X 5.9”

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DABBATIN (Moving Creature)

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In Surah Hud (11:6), Allah, Al-Razzaq (The Provider, the Sustainer), declares that every dabbatin (moving creature) on Earth receives its rizq (sustenance, provision and bounty) continuously from Allah. Each creature that Allah, our Creator, made is provided for according to their specific needs. This caring is a gift from Allah, The Loving. Allah is aware of the numbers and places of all people, land and marine animals, birds and desert animals, all creatures great and small, and their various specifications and knows what is suitable for each of them. This gift includes sustenance directly from our Lord and the ability to discover, acquire and utilize the provisions needed for life. This means that each creature must also work for their sustenance. While the non-human creatures know where their rizq comes from, people do not always admit that our share comes from our Lord and is in Allah’s control.

Colours

Writing in Plum; Design in Plum, Dark Antique Violet, Green, Medium Topaz, Ultra Very Dark Topaz, Medium Yellow, Ecru, Camel and Very Dark Salmon; Border in Plum

Size

3.1” X 9.1”

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AL-WALI (The Protector and Supporter)

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In Surah Al-Jathiyah (45:19), Allah declares that He is Al-Wali (The Protector and Supporter) of al-mutaqina (the committed believers). We are being warned that the wrongdoers are friends and allies of each other. They help one another against the Muslims. But Al-Wali is the committed believers’ Friend, Ally, Protector and Supporter. Al-Mutaqina refrain from wrongdoing and never follow those who deny Allah and commit sins. The disbelievers’ friendship with each other is of no avail to the committed believers. They have no power over disasters and afflictions and will not be able to even save themselves from the Hellfire. Allah, our Lord and Master, will always protect and help al-mutaqina at all times.

Colours

Writing in Grenadine Pink; Design in Very Light Pearl Grey, Chrome Grey, Dark Grey, Sunlight Yellow, Grenadine Pink, Avocado Green, Sky Blue and White; Border in Grenadine Pink

Size

3.8” X 8.3”

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TUNFIQU (You Spend)

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In Surah Ali-Imran (3:92), Allah, Al-Muqit (The Nourisher), informs us that we will never attain righteousness and piety until we spend out of what we love. There are many qualities of a person who is pious, including, but not limited to, belief in Allah, The Most High, belief in the Day of Judgement, belief in the Prophets, helping the needy people,salat (prayer), saum (fasting), fulfilling promises, steadfastness and sadaqah (charity). It is fairly easy to give away materials and wealth that we don’t need and are extra. But it is much more difficult to give away what we love. Allah, The Most Glorious, lets us know that a true test of piety is when tunfiqu (you spend) from what you love. [This bookmark entailed minute stitches, thus the higher price.]

Colours

Writing in Dark Garnet; Design in Dark Garnet, Medium Antique Mauve, Medium Blue, Light Turquoise, Dark Green, Medium Grey Green, Lemon Yellow, Satin Buttercup, Tangerine, Very Dark Salmon, Pewter Grey, Chrome Grey, Light Hazelnut Brown, Black and White; Border in Lemon Yellow

Size

4.5” X 7.4”

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AL-HUZ'NI (The Sorrow)

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In Surah Yusuf (Joseph) (12:86), Prophet Yaqub (Jacob), peace be upon him, upon hearing that his son Benyamin (Benjamin) and his oldest son had not returned from Egypt, was overcome with the repressed and continuous grief of losing his son Prophet Yusuf (Joseph), peace be upon him, and the new sorrow (al-huz’ni) of losing Benyamin, which caused him to become blind. Prophet Yaqub, peace be upon him, resolved to be patient and declared that he only complains to Allah, Al-Sami (The All-Hearing), about his suffering and sorrow in the nighttime and in private. Believers in Allah only share their troubles and secrets with the Lord. They do not keep silent, exerting pressure on their heart and nerves, jeopardizing their health, nor do they cry and moan in front of others. Instead, they dialogue and discuss with Allah Alone, are patient and put their hope in our Lord's Mercy for the future and the Hereafter. Only disbelievers despair of Allah’s Mercy.

Colours

Writing in Very Dark Beaver Gray; Design in Very Dark Salmon, Topaz, Light Turquoise and Turquoise; Border in Very Dark Beaver Gray

Size

3.1” X 7.4”

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RIDWAN (Satisfaction, Contentment, Pleasure)

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In Surah al-Duha (93:5), after two oaths to the morning’s glorious bright light and the night’s serenity and stillness, Allah, Al-Muqaddim (The Expeditor and Advancer), informs Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him and his family, that our Lord has not forsaken him nor is not displeased with him. This ayat (verse) was revealed when the Prophet was facing hardships, torment and taunts in Makkah because he had not received revelation for a while. Thesurah (chapter) gave the Prophet much relief, hope, optimism and strength when Allah revealed to him that soon the Lord of the Worlds will give him so abundantly that he will be content, satisfied and pleased (ridwan). Allah reminds the Prophet that surely the Hereafter is better than the present life, even though he has been granted Allah’s Help, Love and Blessings throughout, even as an orphan child, lost and wandering and in need. This ayat ensures the believing steadfast Muslims that we, too, will not be forsaken by Allah, the Loving, and we will also receive blessings with which we will be well-pleased because we can expect that Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him and his family, will intercede with Allah for us, inshallah (Allah Willing).

Colours

Writing in Dark Parrot Green; Design in Very Dark Salmon, Lemon and Medium Parrot Green; Border in Lemon

Size

3.7” X 4.7”

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AL-HASIB (The Reckoner and Rewarder)

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In Surah Ibrahim (Abraham) (14:7), Allah, Al-Hasib (The Reckoner and Rewarder), promises, in this explicit ayat (verse) to increase our favours and blessings if we are thankful to our Lord for them. If you are given a favour, confess within your heart that it is a blessing from Allah and thank our Lord, with praise, and Allah will add to that favour by granting you more blessings. Giving thanks to Allah includes acknowledging all blessings are from our Lord, verbally saying Al-Hamdulillahi Rabbil ‘Alamin (All Praise be to Allah, the Lord of the Worlds) and showing gratitude by worshipping Allah, seeking only our Lord's satisfaction and pleasure, avoiding sin and working in the service of people. Really thanking Allah for the favours means not attributing the favours as originating from your own intelligence, wisdom, reasoning and your or other people’s effort, but confessing that whatever exists comes from Allah, the Greatest. It also means being content with what Allah has given you, as well as not using the blessings to commit sins. Rather, we must use Allah's favours in ways which please our Lord.

Colours

Writing in Pewter Gray; Design in Dark Cranberry, Turquoise, Medium Lavender, Violet and Forest Green; Border in Light Turquoise

Size

3.9” X 5.6”

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AL-TAWWAB (The Guide to Repentance)

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In Surah al-Baqarah (2:222), Allah, Al-Tawwab (The Guide to Repentance), tells us our Lord loves those who repent. When we repent, we turn from sin and regret our disobedience of the commandments of Allah, Subhanallah (Glory be to Allah), asking our Lord for forgiveness. We acknowledge we have disobeyed Allah, feel sorry about our action, make a firm decision to not repeat it in the future and make up for what we have done. Our repentance is called tawbah. Allah also loves those who purify themselves. Purification means not being polluted by sin and refraining from disobeying Allah, The Pure and Holy. Allah loves the people who refrain from sin, but is always Forgiving of those who repent, thus giving everyone hope. Our Lord guides us to repentance and ensures us that Al-Sabur (The Most Patient) is always Loving when we are repentant.

Colours

Writing in Pewter Gray; Design in Light Rose, Dark Coral, Light Pale Yellow, Medium Yellow, Very Dark Coral Red and Dark Hunter Green; Border in Light Rose

Size

3.5” X 7.9”

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AL-BASEER (The All-Seeing)

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In Surah al-Hadid (57:4), Allah, Al-Baseer (The All-Seeing), lets us know that everything we do is seen. Every hidden and apparent thing is seen, perceived and comprehended by Allah, even what is in our hearts and thoughts. Everything is visible to Allah, Subhanallah (Glory be to Allah). Allah sees the good deeds we do and the wrong ones also. Our Lord is advising us to keep constant watch over our conduct and thoughts at all times to earn blessings.

Colours

Writing in Very Dark Blue; Design in Pumpkin, Lemon, Green, Very Dark Blue, Red and Violet;Border in Lemon

Size

3.4” X 5.4”

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WHEREVER

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In Surah al-Hadid (57:4), Allah, Al-Raqib (The Watcher), after mentioning several of Divine Attributes, speaks of our Lord's creating the Heavens and the Earth in six days and then being Above the Throne. Allah knows what goes into the Earth and what comes out of it, what comes down from Heaven and what goes up to it. And Allah, the Most Compassionate, is with us wherever we are. Allah has not abandoned creation. Rather our Lord is the Ruler upon Whom all depend.

Colours

Writing in Very Light Ash Gray; Design in Buttercup, Very Light Ash Gray, Medium Brown, Dark Golden Brown, Medium Blue, Light Lavender, Medium Lavender, Dark Lavender, Light Pale Yellow, Pale Yellow, Medium Yellow, Very Dark Dusty Rose, Light Peach and Peach;Border in Very Light Ash Gray

Size

3.5” X 6.2”

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IDH’NIHI (His Permission)

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In Surah al-Baqarah (2:255), in the famous Ayat al-Kursi (the Verse of the Throne), Allah, Al-Qayyum (The Self-Sustaining), describes Himself as the Ever-Living and the Sustainer of all creation. He asks Who can intercede (shifa’) with Him except by His Permission (idh’nihi). Allah is Al-Rafi (The Exalter). His Throne extends over the Heavens and the Earth and their preservation does not tire Him nor does He get drowsy or sleep.

Colours

Writing in Dark Lavender; Design in Dark Pistachio Green, Pale Pumpkin, Light Pumpkin, Topaz, Rose, Medium Electric Blue, Medium Blue and Dark Lavender; Border in Dark Lavender

Size

3.3” X 7.1”

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JIHAD (Strive)

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In this last ayat (verse) of Surah al-Ankabut (29:69), Allah, Al-Samad (The Eternal Satisfier of All Needs and the Ultimate Goal), promises that those who strive (jihad) for our Lord will be guided to the Way. Striving in Allah's Way and for our Lord, to gain Divine blessings, includes: obtaining knowledge, struggling against evil or an enemy, displaying patient obedience, refraining from sin, helping the oppressed and doing good to others. Those who strive for Allah, Rabbil al-Amin (The Lord of the Worlds), will receive Support and Guidance.

Colours

Writing in Ultra Dark Coffee Brown; Design in Very Dark Rose, Medium Pistachio Green and Dark Turquoise; Border in Dark Turquoise

Size

3.4” X 5.5”

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AL-GHANI (The Independent and Self-Sufficient)

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In Surah Ale Imran (3:97), Allah, Al-Ghani (The Independent and Self-Sufficient), while speaking about Makkah, where the first house for the worship of our Lord was built by Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), peace be upon him, mentions his standing place, the safety there and Hajj (pilgrimage). Allah, Subhanallah (Glory be to Allah), reminds us that some people are disbelievers and assures us that Allah is Above any need of the worlds.

Colours

Writing in Dark Pistachio Green; Design in Medium Golden Olive, Forest Green, Dark Pistachio Green, Medium Topaz, Ultra Very Dark Topaz, Light Blue Violet, Dark Delft Blue and Light Baby Blue; Border in Medium Golden Olive

Size

3.7” X 6.7”

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AL-WAKEEL (The Trustee and Disposer of Affairs)

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In Surah Ale Imran (3:173), Allah, Al-Wakeel (The Trustee and Disposer of Affairs), explains that those who strive in the Way believe and say that Allah, the Most High, is sufficient for them and is an excellent Trustee and Custodian. They are not like the hypocrites who give excuses why they won’t strive, fight and defend in Allah’s Way.

Colours

Writing in Dark Turquoise; Design in Medium Red, Rose, Very Light Turquoise, Dark Turquoise and Medium Topaz; Border in Medium Red

Size

3.7” X 4.5”

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HANIF (Upright in Faith)

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In  Surah Al-Rum (30:30), Allah, Al-Muqeet (The Nourisher), instructs us to set our face to our Lord's deen (way of life), being Hanif (upright in faith), because Islam is the valuable religion.

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AL-QAREEB & AL-MUJEEB (The Near & The Responsive)

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In Surah Hud (11:61), Allah, Al-Raheem (The Merciful), instructs Prophet Salih, peace be upon him, to tell the people that our Lord is indeed Near (Al-Qareeb) and Responsive (Al-Mujeeb).

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ILM (Knowledge)

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In Surah Taha (20:114), Allah, Al-Alim, (The All-Knowing), advises Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him and his family, to ask our Lord to increase his knowledge (ilm).

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ALAI (Favours)

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In the beautiful repetitive Surah al-Rahman (55:13), Allah, Al-Wahhab (The Bestower), asks us which of Allah's favours (alai) will we deny.

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AHLUL BAYT (People of the Household)

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In Surah al-Ahzab (33:33), Allah, Al-Quddus (The Pure and Holy), announces our Lord's purification of the People of Prophet Muhammad’s Household (Ahlul Bayt), peace be upon him and his family.

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AL-NUR (The Divine Light)

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In Surah al-Nur, Allah, Al-Nur (The Divine Light) of the Heavens and the Earth, describes our Lord so beautifully and metaphorically.

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I WILL REMEMBER YOU (Dhikr)

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In Surah al-Baqarah (2:152), Allah, Ash-Shakur (The Rewarder of Thankfulness), instructs us to remember (dhikr) our Lord so Allah will remember us.

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TAWFIQ (Success)

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In Surah Hud (11:88), Allah, Al-Fattah (The Granter of Success, The Opener), relates Prophet Shuayb’s, peace be upon him, words that his success (tawfiq) is only from Allah, Al-Ali (The Most High).

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WA'AD (Promise)

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In Surah al-Rum (30:60), Allah, Al-Haqq (The Truth), assures us that our Lord's Promise wa’ad) is true. Al-Hamdulillah! (All Praise be to Allah)

Colours

Writing in Very Dark Grape; Design in Medium Blue, Very Dark Grape, Topaz, Medium Tangerine and Medium Emerald Green; Border in Medium Blue

Size

3.5” X 5.7”

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AL-HADI (The Guide)

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In Surah al-Duha (93:7), Allah, Al-Hadi (The Guide), tells Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him and his family, that his Lord found him wandering and guided him, after being orphaned. Allah enlightened his heart with Divine Light so he could guide humanity. Allah, Al-Mughni (The Enricher), found him in need and made him free of need. Al-Hamdulillah! (All Praise be to Allah)

Colours

Writing in Red; Design in Red, Salmon, Rose, Medium Tangerine, Topaz, Very Dark Topaz, Light Pistachio Green, Medium Pistachio Green, Dark Pistachio Green, Chartreuse, Light Emerald Green, Medium Blue, Dark Blue, Dark Royal Blue, Very Light Blue, Medium Cornflower Blue, Peacock Blue, Very Dark Grape, Very Dark Lavender, Tan and Black; Border in Topaz

Size

3.7” X 5.1”

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ASMA (Names)

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In Surah al-Hashr (59:24), Allah, Al-Musawwir (The Shaper of Forms and Beauty), invented and created everything in the best and most beautiful form without having a model to copy. After describing our Lord by the Names, in this concluding ayat (verse) of the surah (chapter), Allah pronounces that the Most Beautiful Names (Asma) belong to our Lord Alone. Subhanallah! (Glory be to Allah)

Colours

Writing in Bright Orange-Red; Design in Dark Coffee Brown, Bright Orange Red and Medium Pistachio Green; Border in Bright Orange Red

Size

4.5” X 4.5”