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Does the name "Abdul Mo'min" – written on a shampoo product – count as one of Allah's Beautiful Names, and what should be done in this situation?

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The name "Al-Mu'min" is one of the Beautiful Names of Allah, whether it is written with a hamza or not. It is permissible to write the names of Allah or any other ذكر (remembrance of Allah) on objects that are not subjected to disrespect or trampling. It is not permissible to write them on objects that are liable to be disrespected. Shampoo bottles are often discarded after use, which exposes them to disrespect; therefore, writing the name of Allah on them should be avoided. If one finds the name of Allah on them, the label should be removed before disposal, because the Sacred Law prohibits anything that leads to the disrespect of Allah's name. It is not permissible to write Allah's name on clothing, and it is disliked to enter the lavatory with it unless there is a necessity. It is also not permissible to use newspapers containing Qur'anic verses, Prophetic Ahadith, or the names of Allah for purposes that expose them to disrespect; rather, they must be preserved, or burned, or buried in a pure place.

Summarized from the full answer at Ftawy · reviewed Sep 2, 2026

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