Al-Hameed
The Praiseworthy
Prophetic Traditions
رَبَّنَا وَلَكَ الْحَمْدُ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ
“Our Lord, to You belongs all praise, abundant, pure, and blessed praise.”
When a man said this after rising from ruku', the Prophet ﷺ said he saw more than thirty angels competing to record it first.
Scholarly Insights
Al-Hameed is praised for His perfection in essence, attributes, and actions. He is praiseworthy whether or not anyone praises Him—His praiseworthiness is inherent, not dependent on creation's acknowledgment.
Every name of Allah and every attribute of His is praiseworthy. His actions—even those that appear difficult—are worthy of praise because they are rooted in perfect wisdom and mercy.
Supplications
الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ حَمْدًا كَثِيرًا طَيِّبًا مُبَارَكًا فِيهِ
Alhamdulillahi hamdan kathiran tayyiban mubarakan fih
“All praise is due to Allah, abundant, pure, and blessed praise.”
Living With This Name
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Begin and end every matter with 'Alhamdulillah'—praise is the foundation of gratitude.
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Praise Allah in every condition: ease and hardship, for Al-Hameed is praiseworthy in all circumstances.
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Strive to be praiseworthy in your own conduct, reflecting the character beloved to Al-Hameed.
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Fill your free moments with tasbeeh and tahmeed rather than idle talk.