الرَّزَّاقُ
17. Ar-Razzaq
The Sustainer
Meaning of Ar-Razzaq
The One who provides sustenance and livelihood to all of His creation. He ensures that every living being receives what it needs to survive and thrive. His provision encompasses physical, spiritual, and emotional needs.
Benefits of Reciting Ar-Razzaq
- Completely removes the anxiety and deep-seated fear of poverty, instilling a profound trust that your provision is guaranteed by Allah.
- Reciting 'Ya Razzaq' in the morning is believed to open the doors of sustenance for the day.
- Encourages contentment (qana'ah) with what one has, knowing that their share of provision has been perfectly allocated by The Sustainer.
Ar-Razzaq in the Quran
Mentioned 5 times in the Quran, including 'Indeed, it is Allah who is the [continual] Provider, the firm possessor of strength' (51:58).
How to Make Dua with 'Ya Razzaq'
To call upon Ar-Razzaq is to seek provision from the Ultimate Provider. It is an expression of complete trust that He will provide for all your needs, both material and spiritual.
For Financial Ease and Barakah
"'Ya Razzaq, provide for me from sources I could never imagine. Make my sustenance lawful (halal) and put blessings (barakah) in it.'"
When Starting a New Business or Job
"'Ya Razzaq, bless me in this venture and make it a source of abundant and pure provision for myself and my family.'"
For Spiritual Nourishment
"'Ya Razzaq, just as you nourish my body, please nourish my soul with faith (Iman), my mind with beneficial knowledge, and my heart with tranquility.'"
Frequently Asked Questions
Allah has decreed both the provision and the means to attain it. Working is the 'means' He has commanded us to take. It is an act of worship and obedience. We tie our camel (do the work), and then we trust in Allah (Tawakkul) for the outcome. Our effort does not create the rizq, but it is the key Allah has given us to unlock it.
Ar-Razzaq specifically relates to providing sustenance and all that is needed for survival and growth. Al-Wahhab is more general, referring to the bestowing of any gift, which can include sustenance but also things like status, knowledge, or children, often given without being a necessity.
While we often think of money, the greatest rizq is faith (Iman), good health, a righteous spouse, beneficial knowledge, and contentment of the heart. These are the provisions that bring true and lasting happiness.
Quick Quiz
Question 1: Ar-Razzaq provides sustenance for:
Question 2: The Islamic concept of working for a living while trusting Allah for the result is called:
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