The Excellent Names of God with Lexical and Exegetical Notes

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Syed Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi, S G Mohiduddin

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English

Nadwi Press
11 January 2026

Islam; Islamic theology

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This work presents a classical Islamic exposition of the Excellent (Beautiful) Names of God (al-Asmāʾ al-Ḥusnā) as transmitted through the Qur'ān and the teachings of the Prophet Muḥammad ﷺ. Drawing upon authoritative lexical sources and established exegetical traditions, the book offers a structured explanation of each Divine Name, accompanied by linguistic clarification and moral reflection.

The text carefully distinguishes between the essential Name of God (Ism al-Dhāt) and the attributive Names (Asmāʾ al-Ṣifāt), situating them within the broader framework of Islamic theology. Each Name is examined through Qur'ānic usage, supported by classical Arabic lexicons and recognized tafsīr authorities, while also highlighting the ethical and spiritual implications for individual conduct.

Rather than speculative theology or philosophical abstraction, the work remains grounded in textual evidence, emphasizing how knowledge of the Divine Names shapes faith, devotion, and moral responsibility. The classification of the Names under themes of transcendence (Subḥān Allāh), praise (al-Ḥamdu li-Llāh), and magnification (Allāhu Akbar) reflects a traditional pedagogical structure found in classical devotional literature.

This volume is intended for students of Islamic studies, researchers of Qur'ānic theology, and readers seeking a disciplined introduction to the Divine Attributes within Sunni scholarly tradition. It is equally suited for academic libraries and serious general readers interested in Islamic theology, Qur'ānic studies, and ethical spirituality.

Introduction by: Syed Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi
Translated by: S G Mohiduddin
Imprint: Nadwi Press
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 5mm
Weight: 127g
ISBN: 9789394770805
ISBN 10: 9394770801
Pages: 86
Publication Date: 11 January 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active