How can we reconcile the rule that it is impermissible to derive names for Allah from His attributes—an example of which is not deriving "al-Sha'i" (the willing one) from "al-Mashi'ah" (the will)—with the occurrence of attributes derived from Allah's names, such as "al-Batiniyyah" (inwardness) derived from the name "al-Batin" (the Inward) in His saying: {He is the First and the Last, the Outward and the Inward}?

The interpretation of "Al-Batin" (The Inner/Hidden) as being the closest to everything is the most appropriate. His Name indicates His proximity and companionship, for He, glory be to Him, is close to everything and encompasses it. It is also said that its meaning is: The Knower of hidden things, or the One veiled from the sight and imaginations of creation, so no eye can perceive Him, and no imagination can encompass Him. He combines manifestation through evidence with concealment, so He cannot be perceived by the senses.