Is it confirmed that the name of the guardian of Paradise is Ridwan?
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The well-known name of the guardian of Paradise among scholars is Ridwan. His name has been mentioned in some narrations, none of which are authentically established. Ibn al-Qayyim stated that his name is derived from "al-rida" (رضا - contentment/satisfaction), as also mentioned by Ibn Kathir and Al-Saffarini.
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