Names of Allah
Name #11 of 99

ٱلْبَارِئُ

Al-Bari

“The Evolver”

Quranic Reference: Surah Al-Hashr 59:24

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Scholarly Explanation

The one who created all that is in existence and originated it, who made everything correct and in its place in accordance to the dictates of His wisdom, who shaped everything by virtue of His praise and wisdom. He is continuously doing so.

“He is Allah, the Creator, the Originator, the Bestower of forms. To Him belong the Most Beautiful Names. Whatsoever is in the heavens and the earth glorifies Him. He is the Almighty, the All-Wise.”

[al-Hashr (59): 24]

From “Explanation to the Beautiful and Perfect Names of Allah” — Shaykh as-Sa’di (d.1376H)

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“How has Al-Bari shaped you through your struggles?”
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Prophetic Traditions

إِنَّ اللَّهَ خَلَقَ آدَمَ عَلَى صُورَتِهِ طُولُهُ سِتُّونَ ذِرَاعًا

“Indeed, Allah created Adam in his form, sixty cubits tall.”

Al-Bari' brought Adam into existence in a complete, perfected form—demonstrating His power to create and evolve life from nothing.

Abu Hurairah رضي الله عنه·Sahih al-Bukhari 6227
Sahih

Scholarly Insights

Al-Bari' is the One who brings things into existence from nonexistence, free from any defect. He separates and distinguishes His creation, giving each its unique form and nature.

Al-GhazaliAl-Maqsad al-Asna

Al-Khaliq decrees, Al-Bari' brings into existence, and Al-Musawwir gives form. These three names together describe the complete creative process of Allah.

Ibn al-QayyimBadaai' al-Fawaid

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Living With Al-Bari

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    Reflect on the intricacy of your own body—every organ testifies to Al-Bari's creative power.

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    Accept your physical appearance with contentment, knowing Al-Bari' created you with purpose.

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    Study biology and nature as acts of worship—they reveal the signs of the Evolver.

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    When expecting a child, trust Al-Bari' who forms and brings life into existence perfectly.

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