Allahu Musta’an is an Islamic phrase that has great meaning because it includes that you are saying that I am seeking the help of Allah. It is mentioned in the Quran and has an impact on the faith of Muslims.
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Allahu Musta’an Meaning
The meaning of the phrase is Allah is the one who sought help.
Allahu Musta’an in Arabic
The phrase Allahul Musta’an consists of 2 words that are written in Diacritical:
ٱللَّهُ ٱلْمُسْتَعَانُ
and Without the Diacritical:
الله المستعان
Common Spellings:
- Allahul Mustan
- Allah Musta’an
- Allahu Al-Musta’an
- Allahu Musta’an
When to say Allahu Mustaan
It can be said in a variety of situations as it is often used as an expression of seeking help and guidance from Allah in times of difficulty or distress like Before starting a difficult or stressful task.
for Example: “That is a very hard task to do but Allahu Mustaan I will make it “
Phrase Origin In Quran
The phrase is mentioned in Surah Yusuf aya number 18 as it says:
Wajaoo AAala qameesihibidamin kathibin qala bal sawwalat lakum anfusukumamran fasabrun jameelun wallahu almustaAAanuAAala ma tasifoon
وَجَآءُو عَلَىٰ قَمِيصِهِۦ بِدَمٍۢ كَذِبٍۢ ۚ قَالَ بَلْ سَوَّلَتْ لَكُمْ أَنفُسُكُمْ أَمْرًۭا ۖ فَصَبْرٌۭ جَمِيلٌۭ ۖ وَٱللَّهُ ٱلْمُسْتَعَانُ عَلَىٰ مَا تَصِفُونَ
Related:
And they brought upon his shirt false blood.1 [Jacob] said, “Rather, your souls have enticed you to something, so patience is most fitting. And Allāh is the one sought for help against that which you describe.
Quran [Yusuf:18]
