الْحَقُّ
51. Al-Haqq
The Truth
Meaning of Al-Haqq
The One who is the ultimate reality, the absolute truth. His existence is the only absolute reality, and everything else exists only by His will. He is truth in His essence, attributes, and actions.
Benefits of Reciting Al-Haqq
- Strengthens one's conviction in Islam, recognizing it as the ultimate truth from The Truth Himself.
- Reciting 'Ya Haqq' helps in bringing the truth to light in a dispute or a confusing situation.
- Provides courage and steadfastness to stand for the truth, even when it is difficult.
Al-Haqq in the Quran
Mentioned 10 times in the Quran, including 'That is because Allah is the Truth, and that which they call upon other than Him is falsehood...' (22:62).
How to Make Dua with 'Ya Haqq'
To call upon Al-Haqq is to seek alignment with the ultimate reality. It is a plea for clarity, for the victory of truth over falsehood, and for steadfastness upon the true path.
For Clarity and Guidance
"'Ya Haqq, show me the truth as truth and grant me the ability to follow it. And show me falsehood as falsehood and grant me the ability to avoid it.'"
When Facing Injustice or Falsehood
"'Ya Haqq, You are The Truth. Please make the truth of this matter apparent and grant victory to the truth over falsehood.'"
For Steadfastness
"'Ya Haqq, keep my heart firm upon Your truth (the religion of Islam) and do not let it deviate after You have guided me.'"
Frequently Asked Questions
It means His existence is the only necessary, self-evident reality. Everything else in creation is temporary and contingent, existing only by His will. Therefore, any belief system, promise, or path that is not from Him is ultimately based on falsehood.
By aligning your life with the truth He has revealed. This means believing in the Quran and Sunnah, being truthful in your speech, being just in your dealings, and standing up for truth and justice in your community. It is a commitment to living an authentic life based on reality, not delusion.
Believing that Islam is the ultimate truth from The Truth gives a person a solid foundation and a clear compass in life. It provides certainty in a world of confusion and gives purpose and meaning to one's existence, as they are living in harmony with the ultimate reality of the universe.
Quick Quiz
Question 1: The name Al-Haqq establishes that the only absolute reality is:
Question 2: Asking Al-Haqq to 'show me the truth as truth' is a dua for:
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