Introduction of prayer:
Allah Kareem stated in the previous verse that He the Exalted has created mankind and Jinns to worship Him alone. Allah does not need them to provide Him sustenance but they need Allah Kareem and His blessings. Verily, Allah is the All-Provider, power Owner, and the Most Strong. Those who obey Him will be rewarded with the best rewards, while those who disobey Him will receive the worst punishment from Him. Allah stated that He does not need creatures, but rather, they are in need of Him in all conditions. He is alone their Creator and Provider.
Exposition & virtues of prayer:
Allah is the Creator, the Owner, the Sustainer, the Provider, The Granter of blessings, the Upholder, the Controller, the One with extreme Power so ultimately He is the One Being to be worshipped without any assistant or partner. In this verse, Allah Kareem mentions Him as the Provider, the Most Strong and Firm in His decisions and actions. He Almighty used His three Blessed Names in this prayer;
(1)- ٱلرَّزَّاقُ (The Total Provider):
Allah is the One Who creates all kinds of sustenance for all creatures. He is The One who creates all means of nourishment and gives them their livelihood. He is the provider of growth for all things good for the body, the soul, and the mind. The Qur’an mentions in many verses Allah as the provider;
ٱللَّهُ ٱلَّذِى خَلَقَكُمْ ثُمَّ رَزَقَكُمْ ثُمَّ يُمِيتُكُمْ ثُمَّ يُحْيِيكُمْ ۖ هَلْ مِن شُرَكَآئِكُم مَّن يَفْعَلُ مِن ذَٰلِكُم مِّن شَىْءٍۢ ۚ سُبْحَـٰنَهُۥ وَتَعَـٰلَىٰ عَمَّا يُشْرِكُونَ
It is Allah Who created you, then gives you provisions, then will cause you to die, and then will bring you back to life. Can any of your associate-gods do any of this? Glorified and Exalted is He above what they associate with Him ˹in worship˺! (Surah Ar-Rum: 40)
Allah Kareem divides His blessings and provision according to His will, He says;
ٱللَّهُ يَبْسُطُ ٱلرِّزْقَ لِمَن يَشَآءُ وَيَقْدِرُ ۚ
Allah gives abundant or limited provisions to whoever He wills. (Surah Ar-Ra’ad: 26)
All believers should call upon Him for every need as He only is the Real Source of sustenance and power. The Holy Qur’an mentions Him as the Best of providers;
وَٱللَّهُ خَيْرُ ٱلرَّٰزِقِينَ
And Allah is the Best Provider. (Surah Al-Jum’ah: 11)
Benefits of reciting “Ya Razzaq”:
Islamic Scholars have suggested reciting the Bounteous Name ‘Ya Razzaqu’ 33 times in the morning after Salatul Faijar and Salatul Isha’ for abundance in rizq and livelihood.
(2)- ذُو ٱلْقُوَّةِ (Lord of all Power):
Quwwah Means strength and power. Al-Qawwiyy is one of the Bounteous Names of Allah Kareem. It means Allah is the Most Strong, the Most Powerful and the One with inexhaustible strength. He is eternal; death is not something that touches Him. From Ayatul Kursi, “Neither drowsiness overtakes Him nor sleep.” (Qur’an 2:255) No weakness or deficiencies reach Him. His strength is inexhaustible and overcomes all.
The attribute of Allah as the most Powerful Being has been mentioned by using different forms like Dhul-Quwwah, Al-Qawwiyy and Qawwiyyan in the Qur’an.
Allah Kareem mentioned this blessed name pairing with Al-‘Aziz and Al-Matin assuring the believers that He Almighty bestows anyone He wants and deprives anyone He wants. No one has power and authority over Him. He says in Surah Ash-Shuraa, verse: 19;
ٱللَّهُ لَطِيفٌۢ بِعِبَادِهِۦ يَرْزُقُ مَن يَشَآءُ ۖ وَهُوَ ٱلْقَوِىُّ ٱلْعَزِيزُ
Allah is Ever Kind to His servants. He provides ˹abundantly˺ to whoever He wills. And He is the All-Powerful, Almighty.
Benefits of reciting “Ya Qawwiyyu”:
1- Against any fear;
It is suggested by Islamic Scholars to recite this Blessed Name ‘Ya Qawwiyyu’ or ‘Ya Zul-Quwwah’ against the fear of a powerful enemy 100 times after Salatul Fajar.
2- Physical/ mental weakness;
A believer facing physical or mental weakness should recite this Good Name 100 times after Salatul Fajar, at least for 50 days.
3- To get rid of laziness:
A person facing the problem of laziness should recite this Blessed Name.
4- To get strength and power:
It is also beneficial to recite to gain strength and authority in society.
5- Good memory:
It should be recited on Friday for good memory. Put your right hand on your head and recite this Bounteous Name 11 times.
6- For spouse to be kind-hearted:
If anyone is facing a brutal, unkind and unsympathetic wife/ husband, they should recite this Blessed Name 111 times daily and blow on him/ her.
7- Benefits during pregnancy:
Any pregnant woman should recite this Blessed Name. It will bring easiness and comfort during pregnancy and delivery.
(3)- ٱلْمَتِينُ (The Firm One):
Allah Al-Matin, He is the One with Extreme Power which is uninterrupted and He never gets tired. His power is steadfast. It is the same as it was yesterday and will remain forever. He is ever-constant and firm. His Power is unmatched and His plans are flawless.
Benefits of reciting Al-Matin:
1- Beneficial for feeding mothers:
The recitation of this Blessed Name “Ya Matin” is strongly recommended for mothers who are feeding babies. It will help increase milk. Mother should recite this name 90 times, blow on water and drink it.
2- Benefits for a baby:
If a baby has been nourished on the mother’s feed but when the baby is weaned he weeps and remains uncomfortable. This Blessed Name “Ya Matin” should be recited 90 times on water and give it to baby ti drink. He will soon be in peace and ease Insha’Allah.
3- For firmness in Faith:
The recitation of this Blessed Name is very virtuous and beneficial who want to be firmed in their faith. Recite 100 times this Bounteous Name after Salatul Fajar.
4- For getting steadfastness in life:
A person facing the problem of lacking steadfastness in life should recite this Good Name 100 times after Salatul Fajar.
5- For increasing physical strength:
The affected person should recite this Bounteous Name “Ya Matin” 100 times after every Salah.
