Al-Mumit
Allah is Al-Mumeet, the one who gives life and the one who takes it away. He ordains who will become lifeless. Eventually we will all return to Him.
From the root m-w-t which has the following classical Arabic connotations: to die, pass away, burn out, be lifeless to be quiet, still, calm to be inanimate to be deprived of sensation to be spiritually dead, lacking spiritual life
O you who have believed, do not be like those who disbelieved and said about their brothers when they traveled through the land or went out to fight, “If they had been with us, they would not have died or have been killed,” so Allah makes that [misconception] a regret within their hearts. And it is Allah who gives life and causes death, and Allah is Seeing of what you do. (Quran 3:156)
Indeed, whoever comes to his Lord as a criminal – indeed, for him is Hell;
he will neither die therein nor live. (Quran 20:74)
His is the dominion of the heavens and earth. He gives life and causes death, and He is over all things competent. (Quran 57:2)
Wherever you may be, death will overtake you, even if you should be within towers of lofty construction. But if good comes to them, they say, “This is from Allah “;
and if evil befalls them, they say, “This is from you.” Say, “All [things] are from Allah. “So, what is [the matter] with those people that they can hardly understand any statement? (Quran 4:78)
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Name: |
Al-Mumit |
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Al-Mumit in Arabic |
ٱلْمُمِيتُ |
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Arabic root: |
(م و ت) |
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Al-Mumit meaning in English: |
The Slayer, The Bringer of Death, The Life-Taker |
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Al-Mumit meaning in Urdu |
موت دینے والا |
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Appearance in the Quran: |
1 time |
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Tasbeeh: |
You can recite this name in your daily prayers, supplication, duas and in Dhikr. |
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Asma ul Husna with similar meaning: |
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Allah’s (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) name Al-Mumit refers to his absolute power and the fact that only Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) has power over all his creations. He has created each single being within the universe and he has control over their lives and their deaths. He is the one who decides who will live, for what time period and who will die. Only Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) can take life and only he has the power to permit new varieties of lifestyles to be born. This attribute of Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) reminds believers of the fact that they're all mortal and that Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) is immortal. This encourages them to perform righteous deeds as they're aware that their existence isn't within their control.
Everyone in this world is here for a certain period of time and whenever Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) wills, he can take someone’s life. This attribute of Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) has also been mentioned in the following ayat:
۞قُلۡ يَتَوَفَّىٰكُم مَّلَكُ ٱلۡمَوۡتِ ٱلَّذِي وُكِّلَ بِكُمۡ ثُمَّ إِلَىٰ رَبِّكُمۡ تُرۡجَعُونَ
The angel of death will take you who has been entrusted with you. Then to your Lord you will be returned. (Surah Al-Sajdah, 32:11)
Death is inevitable for every single being and creation on this planet. To remind individuals of their mortality, this attribute of Allah(سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) has been mentioned in this Surah:
وَأَنَّهُۥ هُوَ أَضْحَكَ وَأَبْكَىٰ ٤٣ وَأَنَّهُۥ هُوَ أَمَاتَ وَأَحْيَا
Moreover, He is the One Who brings about joy and sadness. And He is the One Who gives life and causes death. (Surah An-Najm, 53:43)
This attribute of Allah(سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) highlights his authority over life and loss of life and while believers recognize this, they turn out to be more aware of Allah’s(سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) control over the whole universe. It additionally encourages believers to reflect on Allah’s (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى)attributes of compassion, mercy, and justice.
Moreover, the name holds spiritual significance in Islam by reminding believers of their temporary nature in this world and the accountability they will face in the Hereafter. It encourages them to constantly reflect on their actions, worship God and act righteously.
Believers can recite this attribute throughout each day's prayers, during their every day supplications (Duas) and might contain it in dhikr. Daily and everyday remembrance of ‘Al-Mumit’ in dhikr will foster a stronger connection to Allah(سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) and remind people of their temporariness on this world.
While there is no set requirement for reciting the attribute of Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى), believers are encouraged to recite it with sincerity and focus, during their daily dhikr. Consistency in reciting these attributes is also recommended.
The name 'Al-Mumit' may not appear frequently in the Holy Quran, but its mention in Surah Al-Sajdah highlights the significance of Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى)'s authority in causing death.
By starting their day with the recitation of this name and also incorporating it into their evening routine, believers can set a positive tone and cultivate gratitude and kindness throughout the rest of their day. They can also take advantage of moments of solitude and reflection to recite this name.
The glory of Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) can also be invoked during turbulent and difficult circumstances, such as sickness, the passing of a cherished one, or any other trying moment. The utterance of this divine name also serves as a reminder of the sanctity of life and the duty to treat others with compassion.
Choosing to name a child "Al-Mumit" is a profound acknowledgement of Allah's (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) control over life and death, instilling in the child a sense of purpose and awareness.
As parents, one can strive to instill the virtues associated with this name in their children, cultivating a strong ethical and spiritual grounding. It is a way to seek blessings for one's child, honoring their name and nurturing their character.
Al-Qaabid (القابض): The Constrictor, The Restrainer, The One who withholds.
Al-Baasit (الباسط): The Expander, The One who grants abundance and ease.
Al-Fātir (الفاطر): The Creator, The Originator, The One who initiates the creation of all things.
Al-Muhyi (المحيي): The Giver of Life, The One who grants and restores life.
Al-Hayy (الحي): The Living, The Ever-Living, The One who possesses eternal and continuous life.
Ar-Raḍi (الراضي): The Satisfied, The One who is pleased with His creation.
Al-Bāqī (الباقي): The Everlasting, The Permanent, The One who remains after all else ceases to exist.
While there is only one Surah (Surah Al-Sajdah) which emphasizes upon this attribute of Allah(سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى), it has been depicted through various hadiths, some of which are mentioned below.
Even though Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) has been mentioned as Al-Mumit (The taker of Life), he is merciful and compassionate. This hadith emphasizes the profound mercy of Allah(سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) and the significance of faith in determining one's ultimate destination in the afterlife:
عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ رَضِيَ اللَّهُ عَنْهُ قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ لَمَّا قَضَى اللَّهُ الْخَلْقَ كَتَبَ فِي كِتَابِهِ فَهُوَ عِنْدَهُ فَوْقَ الْعَرْشِ إِنَّ رَحْمَتِي غَلَبَتْ غَضَبِي
Abu Huraira reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “When Allah completed the creation, He wrote in His book with Him upon the Throne: Verily, My mercy prevails over My wrath.” (Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī 3194, Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim 2751)