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What is the ruling on naming a girl "Binour Al-Wujud" (by the light of existence) given the suspicion of exaggeration in the naming?

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The name "Noor Al-Wujud" (Light of Existence) is impermissible because if light is attributed to something, it means that the attributee acquired the light from the attributor. It is inconceivable for a person to illuminate all existing things. Therefore, there is exaggeration and excessive praise in this naming, and the Prophet, peace be upon him, disliked and changed names that involved excessive praise.

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