الْمُصَوِّرُ
13. Al-Musawwir
The Shaper of Beauty
Meaning of Al-Musawwir
The One who fashions and shapes His creation in the most beautiful forms. He gives each creation its unique form, appearance, and characteristics. Every being has been shaped by His artistic perfection.
Benefits of Reciting Al-Musawwir
- Helps one to appreciate their own unique physical form and builds a healthy self-esteem rooted in gratitude to the Creator.
- For expectant mothers, reciting 'Ya Musawwir' is a beautiful way of praying for the healthy, sound, and beautiful formation of their child in the womb.
- Inspires artists, designers, and anyone in a creative field, connecting them to the source of all beauty and form.
Al-Musawwir in the Quran
Mentioned 3 times in the Quran, including 'He is Allah, the Creator, the Inventor, the Fashioner' (59:24) and 'He formed you and perfected your forms' (64:3).
How to Make Dua with 'Ya Musawwir'
When calling upon Al-Musawwir, you are connecting with the Divine Artist. It is a plea for beauty—both external and internal—and an expression of gratitude for the unique form He has given you.
For an Expectant Mother
"'Ya Musawwir, O Shaper of Beauty, shape my child in the womb in the most beautiful and perfect form, and make him or her righteous and beloved to You.'"
For Self-Acceptance and Confidence
"'Ya Musawwir, You have shaped me in this form with perfect wisdom. Help me to be grateful, content, and confident with how You have created me.'"
For Beautifying One's Character
"'Ya Musawwir, just as you have perfected my outer form, please beautify my inner form—my character, my manners, and my speech.'"
Frequently Asked Questions
It provides a powerful antidote to modern beauty standards. It teaches that true beauty is in the unique form given by Allah, not in conforming to a temporary trend. It shifts the focus from comparing ourselves to others to being grateful for our own God-given shape.
The endless diversity of human faces, skin tones, and features is a direct sign of Al-Musawwir's artistry. If He willed, He could have made us all look the same. Our diversity is a beautiful testament to His creative power and wisdom.
While it is most directly related to physical form, scholars also relate it to the 'shaping' of one's personality and soul. Just as He shapes our bodies, He guides the shaping of our inner selves through life experiences, guidance, and His divine decree.
Quick Quiz
Question 1: Al-Musawwir shows that Allah:
Question 2: For an expectant mother, reciting 'Ya Musawwir' is a dua for the child's:
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