Name #55

ٱلْوَلِيّ

Al-Waliyy

The Protecting Friend

Reflection

The One who is the guardian of the believers. He takes them out of darkness into light, defends them, and never abandons them.

Reference: Quran 2:257

How to Use This Name

Believers are encouraged to call upon Allah by His names: "And to Allah belong the best names, so invoke Him by them" (Quran 7:180). When you ask, ask through the name that fits your need — ask Al-Waliyy when you need the protecting friend.

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