Al-Asma al-Husna
Al-Bari: meaning, transliteration and explanation
Who brings all things into being flawlessly, in due proportion and harmony
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Arabic
الْبَارِئ
- Transliteration
- al-Bāriʾ
- Meaning
- "Al-Bari" means the One who brings beings into existence in mutual proportion, harmony and flawlessness. This name emphasizes the order and perfection in creation: everything has been created suited to its function, in a form that complements everything else.
In the Quran
«He is Allah, the Creator (Al-Khaliq), the Maker (Al-Bari), the Fashioner (Al-Musawwir).»
Surah Al-Hashr, 24Explanation
Ordered creation
The word "Bari" carries the meaning of bringing something forth in due measure and proportion. The precise order of the universe, from the harmony of the organs in our bodies to the motion of the celestial bodies, is a manifestation of this name.
Its relation to Al-Khaliq
Al-Khaliq decrees the creation, while Al-Bari brings that creation into being flawlessly and in due proportion. The Quran mentions these names together with Al-Musawwir (Surah Al-Hashr, 24).
Sources
This page is based on Quran verses and authentic hadith sources.
- QuranSurah Al-Hashr, 24
This name appears together with the names Al-Khaliq and Al-Musawwir in this verse.
- Classical sourceTDV İslam Ansiklopedisi, "Esmâ-i hüsnâ"
Academic source for the explanation of the name Al-Bari.
Related Names
Other Names with closely connected meanings.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this Name.
What does the name Al-Bari mean?
"Al-Bari" means Allah who brings all things into being flawlessly, in due proportion and harmony.Does Al-Bari occur in the Quran?
Yes. This name occurs in Surah Al-Hashr, verse 24, together with the names Al-Khaliq and Al-Musawwir.