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ٱلْغَفَّارُ

Al-Ghaffar

The Ever-Forgiving

بے حساب معاف کرنے والا
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Forgiveness
Veiling
Mercy
What this Name means

The One who forgives again and again, veiling sins and not exposing them. The doubled form (Ghaffar) points to forgiveness as a constant, repeated quality — no matter how often we fall.

Qur'anic references (examples)

Quran 38:66 · Quran 39:5 · Quran 71:10

Explanations here are concise summaries. Scholarly interpretation of the Names may vary — where it does, this platform points to the difference rather than presenting one view as settled fact.

Reflection questions
  • 1.What mistake are you still punishing yourself for that Allah has already forgiven?
  • 2.Is there someone you could forgive the way you hope to be forgiven?
Suggested habit for today

Ask forgiveness three times sincerely today: 'Ya Ghaffar, forgive me.'

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A gentle reminder

Studying the Names is a way to know Allah and shape your character — it is not a formula, a charm, or a tool to predict the future. Reflect, act sincerely, and consult qualified scholars for deeper questions.