الْوَاجِدُ
64. Al-Wajid
The Finder
Meaning of Al-Wajid
The One who finds and has everything. He is never in need, never lacks anything, and finds whatever He seeks immediately. He is completely self-sufficient and has access to all things.
Benefits of Reciting Al-Wajid
- Reciting 'Ya Wajid' is beneficial for finding a lost item or for finding a solution that seems lost.
- It cultivates a sense of richness in the heart, as one connects with the One who lacks nothing.
- Frees a person from the fear of loss, knowing that even if they lose something, they are connected to the One who possesses all things.
Al-Wajid in the Quran
This name is not explicitly in the Quran but is included in the lists of the 99 names based on Hadith literature.
How to Make Dua with 'Ya Wajid'
To call upon Al-Wajid is to seek from the One who is never at a loss. It is a plea for help in finding what is lost, whether it is a physical object or a spiritual state.
When You Have Lost Something
"'Ya Wajid, You are the one who finds all things. Please guide me to find what I have lost.'"
When You Feel You Have 'Lost' Your Faith or Peace
"'Ya Wajid, I feel I have lost my connection with You. Please help me find my way back to You and find the peace of faith again.'"
For a Sense of Richness
"'Ya Wajid, enrich my heart with Your love and remembrance, so I feel no need for anything else.'"
Frequently Asked Questions
They are very similar. Al-Ghaniyy (The Rich/Self-Sufficient) emphasizes His lack of need for anything. Al-Wajid (The Finder/Perceiver) emphasizes that He possesses and perceives everything. Al-Ghaniyy doesn't need it; Al-Wajid has it. Together they show His perfect and complete self-sufficiency.
The opposite is the state of creation. Humans are in a constant state of 'faqd' (losing things) and 'faqr' (being in need). We lose our keys, our health, our wealth, our loved ones. Al-Wajid never loses anything and is never in need. Reflecting on this contrast fosters humility.
No, its spiritual meaning is more profound. It can be for finding lost opportunities, finding the right path when you are lost, finding a lost sense of purpose, or finding a lost feeling of closeness to Allah. He is the one who helps you find whatever good you are seeking.
Quick Quiz
Question 1: The name Al-Wajid means that Allah:
Question 2: Reciting 'Ya Wajid' is particularly helpful when a person has:
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