الْبَاطِنُ
76. Al-Batin
The Hidden One
Meaning of Al-Batin
The One who is hidden and unseen, whose essence cannot be comprehended by creation. While His effects are visible everywhere, His true nature remains beyond human understanding and perception.
Al-Batin in the Quran
Mentioned once in the Quran: \'He is the First and the Last, the Ascendant and the Intimate, and He is, of all things, Knowing\' (57:3).
Frequently Asked Questions
His effects and signs are manifest in creation, but His essence and true nature remain hidden from direct human perception and comprehension.
That our knowledge is limited, there are realities beyond our perception, and we should be humble about what we can truly understand about Allah.
Quick Quiz
Question 1: Al-Batin means Allah's essence is:
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