Al-Jawād
The Generous
He is the One Who bestows many favors and blessings upon His servants. This noble name does not occur in the Qur’an, yet it is mentioned in the aHadīth reported by Ibn ‘Abbās (may Allah be pleased with him) in which the Prophet (may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him) said, “Indeed, Allah is Generous and He loves generosity. He loves lofty manners and hates low ones.”5
In light of this noble name, I would say:
1. Knowing the meaning of the name ‘the Generous’ nd recalling the signs of Allah’s generosity increases one’s love for the Almighty Lord.
2. Since Allah is Generous and Bountiful, a person should frequently invoke Him and hope for His mercy and rewards.
3. The generosity of Allah Almighty includes the following: Forgiveness is dearer to Him than revenge and mercy is dearer to him than punishment. Grace is dearer 5 Narrated by Al-Bayhaqi) to Him than justice. And giving is dearer to Him than withholding.
4. Be generous and you will win the love and generosity of the Most Generous.
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