السَّمِيعُ
26. As-Sami'
The Hearer of All
Meaning of As-Sami'
The One who hears all sounds and voices, no matter how faint or hidden. He hears our prayers, our whispers, our thoughts, and even what we don't voice. Nothing escapes His hearing, and He responds to those who call upon Him.
Benefits of Reciting As-Sami'
- Instills sincerity in our dua (supplication), knowing that every single word is heard perfectly by Allah.
- Makes a person mindful of their speech, encouraging them to avoid backbiting, gossip, and idle talk, as As-Sami' hears it all.
- Provides immense comfort to the lonely and the unheard, as they know that The Hearer of All is always listening to their silent cries.
As-Sami' in the Quran
Mentioned 45 times in the Quran, often with Al-Basir (The All-Seer), such as 'Indeed, Allah is Hearing and Seeing' (4:58).
How to Make Dua with 'Ya Sami''
When you call upon As-Sami', you are speaking to the One who is already listening. It is an affirmation of faith that your words are not lost and a plea for a response.
When Making a Desperate Plea
"'Ya Sami', You are the All-Hearing. You can hear my plea when no one else can. Please answer my prayer and grant me relief.'"
At the End of a Prayer
"'Ya Sami', I have made my prayer to You. You have heard every word. Please accept it from me out of Your grace.'"
For Protection from Evil Speech
"'Ya Sami', protect my tongue from sinful speech and protect my ears from hearing evil. You are the one who hears all.'"
Frequently Asked Questions
Our hearing is a limited sense that requires an ear, sound waves, and is restricted by distance and volume. Allah's hearing is a perfect attribute of His essence. It is unlimited, all-encompassing, and does not resemble the hearing of His creation in any way.
This pairing emphasizes Allah's complete and total awareness of His creation. He hears everything (As-Sami') and sees everything (Al-Basir). Nothing, whether spoken or done, in public or in private, escapes His perfect knowledge.
It gives you confidence. You don't need to shout or use elaborate words. You can make dua in a whisper, or even silently in your heart, with full certainty that The Hearer of All is listening perfectly. It makes your conversation with Allah more intimate and sincere.
Quick Quiz
Question 1: As-Sami' hears:
Question 2: Believing in As-Sami' should make a person most mindful of their:
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