Meaning of the name Dayyaan

· 19 Muharram 1441 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

Please tell me what is the meaning of Dayyan and background detail.

Answer

Dayyaan is among the names of Allah Ta`ala. One meaning of it is the one who takes an account.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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