Ar-Rahman
From Mw
Ar-Rahman Ar-Rahim The Merciful and Compassionate
These two names are derived from rahma (mercy). (The concept of)
mercy necessitates one who is an object of mercy, for no one is an
object of mercy unless he is in need , Ar-Rahman is the one by
means of whom the needs of the needy persons are satisfied in
such a way that neither intent, volition nor solicitude are involved.
The one in need is not called rahim .Furthermore, the one who
intends the satisfaction of a need but does not in fact satisfy it,
though he is able to do so, is not called compassionate. For if his
intention had been perfect, he would have carried it out. On the
other hand, the one who (for valid reasons) is unable (to carry his
intention to fruition) may still be called a merciful one in view of
the empathy that motivated him. In spite of this, however, he falls
short (of his goal).
Perfect mercy is that which actually bestows good upon those in need. The willing of good for the needy is concern for them. All-inclusive mercy gives to both the worthy and unworthy. The mercy of God is perfect and all-inclusive. It is perfect in the sense that He not only wills the satisfaction of the needs of the needy but actually satisfies them. It is all-inclusive in that it includes the worthy and the unworthy, this life and that which is to come and
