Lecture Notes on Allah's Names

Introduction

• Focus on two unique names of Allah: Qareeb (near) and Mujeeb (the one who responds).
• Reference: Speech of Salih alaihi salam in Surah Hud.

Importance of Closeness and Response

• Closeness of Allah compared to human relationships.
• People can be close but may fail to respond to our needs.
• Allah is closer than anyone and always responds to our prayers.

Key Concepts

• Qareeb: Allah is near to us, more than our own jugular vein.
• Mujeeb: Allah responds immediately to our calls.
  • Difference between Mujeeb (immediate response) and Mustajeeb (attempts to respond).

Quranic Reference

• Ayah recited during Ramadan discussing Allah's closeness and the importance of making dua.
• When people seek knowledge about Allah, He responds directly about His closeness.

Closeness of Allah

• Allah's closeness is felt strongly during Ramadan through prayer and Quranic recitation.
• Each individual's needs and prayers are unique, but Allah listens to everyone.

The Nature of Dua

• Dua: Calling on Allah, while Da’wah is a singular call.
• Allah responds even to those who haven't prayed in a long time or have forgotten Him.

Human Comparison

• Unlike people, Allah answers every call without delay.
• Human responses may vary based on relationships and circumstances.

Divine Mercy and Forgiveness

• Allah is merciful, ready to respond to even the most distant believers when they turn back to Him.
• Example: When in distress, people often remember Allah.

The Importance of Intent in Dua

• Allah’s response to dua does not depend on the person’s piety but on the act of calling.
• Allah acknowledges the effort of those who turn back to Him.

Allah's Expectations from Us

• Allah desires that we respond to Him as He responds to us.
• Falyastajeebu li: Encouragement to respond to Allah's call through listening and learning from the Quran.
• Wa liyu'minubi: Faith in Allah’s wisdom and mercy.

Conclusion

• Allah's desire for our well-being and guidance is paramount.
• The importance of sincere dua and faith in Allah’s power to change circumstances.
• Encouragement to make dua genuinely, believing in Allah's ability to help.

Closing Prayer

• May Allah make us among those who remember Him sincerely, respond to His commands, and accept our prayers.
• Dua for guidance, protection, and blessings for ourselves and our families.

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Salam