99 Names of Allah — Asmaul Husna
Among the most cherished spiritual treasures of Islam are the Asmaul Husna, which are also known as the "Ninety-nine Names of Allah." These names reflect Allah's ﷻ attributes of mercy, might, wisdom, and limitless love toward His creation. A hadith narrated in the Sunni collections of Bukhari and Muslim reports that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "Allah has ninety-nine names. Whoever memorises them will enter Paradise." At ShiaEdu, we teach these names as part of our Shia Namaz & Dua Course — where students learn how to call upon Allah by His beautiful names in their daily prayers.
This beautifully designed infographic presents all 99 Divine Names in Arabic with their English meanings — colour-coded by theme. Download it freely, print it for your home, share it with family, and make it part of your daily dhikr. Reciting Asmaul Husna is one of the most powerful acts of worship a believer can engage in. For a deeper understanding of Islamic beliefs and the attributes of Allah ﷻ, explore our Shia Aqaid (Beliefs) Course or browse our full Islamic Infographics collection for more free visual guides.
Spiritual Benefits of Reciting Asmaul Husna
The 99 Names of Allah are more than just words that you must learn by heart; they are a living dhikr that transforms your heart, purifies your soul, and takes you nearer to Allah Almighty. Some of the wonderful benefits of reciting Asmaul Husna regularly are highlighted by scholars studying Islam and Hadith. To learn how to incorporate these names into your daily Salah and Dua, consider joining our Islamic Education Course — available online for all ages with a Shia tutor.
Peace of Mind
Reciting Ya-Salam (Source of Peace) and Ya-Mu'min (Guardian of Faith) brings total peace to one's heart. The Holy Quran states: "Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest." (13:28). The daily recital of these names removes worries from your heart and makes you trust Allah Almighty.
Forgiveness of Sins
Praying through Ya-Ghaffar (The Repeatedly Forgiving), Ya-Ghafoor and Ya-Afuww (The Pardoner) with conviction means opening the gates of mercy and forgiveness from Allah. The Holy Prophet ﷺ promised those who knew all of these names with full faith entry into paradise, and this happens with the grace of forgiveness.
Strength in Hardships
Praying Ya-Sabur (The Patient), Ya-Qadir (The Omnipotent) and Ya-Wakeel (The Trustee) in hardships helps you build patience and trust in the power of Allah Almighty, removing feelings of helplessness and giving you the patience to see through His plan.
Soul Purification
Each name of Allah is associated with one of His attributes. When believers reflect on names such as Ya-Quddus (The Most Holy) or Ya-Barr (The Source of Goodness), they aim at incorporating the same attributes in their behaviour and become more honest, patient, generous, and compassionate.
Answered Duas
Calling upon Allah by the name most fitting your need is a powerful Sunnah. Need provision? Say Ya-Razzaq. Seeking guidance? Say Ya-Hadi. Seeking healing? Say Ya-Shafi. The Prophet ﷺ taught us that Allah loves to be called by His beautiful names — and He answers.
Closeness to Allah
Asmaul Husna is not just recitation — it is a conversation with Allah ﷻ. Each name is a door. When reciting Ya-Wadood (The Most Loving), you become aware of the unchanging love that God has for you. With such awareness, worship becomes an experience of joy and intimacy rather than a burden.
How to Learn the 99 Names with Your Family
The list is long, so do not try to learn it in a day. A calm, steady habit works far better than a big push. Here is a simple way to begin at home.
Start with five Names a week. Choose Names your child already hears, such as Ar-Rahman, Ar-Raheem and Al-Ghaffar. Read the Arabic, say the English meaning, and use the Name once in a short Dua. Children remember a Name much better when it is attached to a real moment, like asking Allah for help before an exam.
Use the colours. The infographic groups the Names by theme: mercy, power, wisdom, justice and so on. Ask your child to find all the Names in one colour and say what they have in common. This turns a list into a conversation.
Read slowly and correctly. Arabic letters have exact sounds, and a small slip can change a word. If you want help with pronunciation, our Quran with Tajweed course teaches the rules, and our Yassarnal Quran (Qaida) course is a gentle place for beginners to start.
Keep it light. A few minutes after Namaz, or before bed, is enough. Print the page, hang it where the family prays, and add a tick next to each Name you have learned. When the whole sheet is ticked, celebrate together.
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