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القابض

Al-Qabid

Meaning

The Constrictor

Description

Al-Qabid means that Allah withholds and constricts as He wills in His divine wisdom. He may tighten provisions as a test or to redirect His servants toward Him. This attribute works in balance with Al-Basit, the Expander.

Source

Bakara Suresi 2:245; Zümer Suresi 39:52; Tirmizi, Daavât 82

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