الْحَكَمُ – AL-HAKAM – The Impartial Judge | ALLAH 99 Names – 28
**الْحَكَمُ** (AL-HAKAM) is one of the 99 names or attributes of Allah (God) in Islamic theology. These names, known as the 99 Names of Allah or the Asma ul Husna, describe various characteristics and qualities of God as understood in Islam. Each name reflects a specific attribute or aspect of Allah’s nature and is believed to encompass His divine essence.
**AL-HAKAM** translates to “The Impartial Judge” or “The Ultimate Arbitrator” in English. This name emphasizes Allah’s role as the ultimate judge and arbiter of all matters. Here’s a deeper understanding of this attribute:
1. **Divine Justice**: AL-HAKAM underscores Allah’s perfect and absolute justice. He is seen as the ultimate source of justice and fairness, and His judgments are considered infallible and unbiased.
2. **Impartiality**: Allah’s judgments are impartial and not influenced by personal biases or prejudices. He judges each individual and situation with complete fairness and equity.
3. **Final Authority**: AL-HAKAM is the ultimate authority whose decisions are binding and unquestionable. In Islamic belief, all human judgments and legal systems are subject to the ultimate judgment of Allah.
4. **Seeking Guidance**: Muslims often invoke this name when seeking guidance in matters of dispute, seeking fair resolutions, or striving to make just decisions in their personal lives.
5. **Understanding Divine Will**: Believers see Allah as the ultimate source of wisdom and justice. They turn to Him through prayer and supplication, asking for His guidance and help in understanding and implementing justice in their lives.
This attribute reflects the Islamic belief in divine justice, where Allah is viewed as the ultimate and infallible judge who will ultimately decide the fate of all beings based on their deeds and intentions. Muslims strive to embody justice and fairness in their own lives, as a reflection of Allah’s attribute of AL-HAKAM.