A question is often asked: what is Ilm al-Ladunni?

 (divinely granted knowledge)?

And how can it be attained?

Well, the Qur’an discusses this in detail in Surah Al-Kahf, verses 60 to 82, where a complete incident is described.

To properly understand it, we need to know the background of this story. This incident is explained in the tafsir of Tafsir Ibn Kathir.

Background

 Ubayy ibn Ka'b (RA)said that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said: 

Once, Prophet Musa (AS) stood up to deliver a sermon to the Children of Israel (Bani Israel). He was asked, Who is the most learned person in the world?

He (Musa AS) replied, I am.

Because he did not attribute the knowledge to Allah, Allah disliked this statement. At that very moment, a revelation (Wahi) came: Yes, at the junction of the two seas (Majma-ul-Bahrayn), there is a servant of Ours who is more knowledgeable than you.'

Upon this, Prophet Musa (AS) asked, O my Lord, how can I reach him?

This text is a part of a famous Hadith (Sahih Bukhari) that describes the beginning of the journey of Prophet Musa (AS) to find Hazrat Khidr (AS).

Now the part in Quran:

Surah Al-Kahf (60–82):

Moses traveled with his young companion to reach the meeting point of the two seas. They lost their fish near a rock, but forgot about it and continued their journey. Later, when Moses asked for food, the companion remembered that the fish had taken its way into the sea. They returned to the place and found a servant of Allah who had been given mercy and special knowledge.

Moses asked to follow him and learn from him. The servant told Moses that he would not be able to remain patient and ordered him not to question anything until it was explained.

They boarded a ship, and the servant damaged it. Moses objected, but the servant reminded him of his warning. Then they met a boy, and the servant killed him. Moses again objected, and the servant repeated the warning. Later they came to a town whose people refused them hospitality. They found a wall about to collapse, and the servant repaired it. Moses suggested he could have taken payment for it.

The servant then said this was the end of their companionship and explained the events:

The ship belonged to poor people, and a king was taking every good ship by force, so he damaged it.

The boy’s parents were believers, and it was feared he would burden them with disbelief and transgression, so Allah intended to replace him with someone better.

The wall belonged to two orphan boys, and beneath it was a treasure for them. Their righteous father had left it, so Allah intended the treasure to remain protected until they matured.

The servant said he did not do these actions by his own command.

Now you have taken the whole sequence, but still you don’t understand what Ilm al-Ladunni is, right?

Let’s decode it:

This is my personal reflection on the story of Musa (A.S) and Khidr (A.S) in Surah Al-Kahf. It is an attempt to understand deeper secrets.

Let’s see what kind of personal reflection you build in your mind.

1.

Allah said in ayah 65 of Surah Al-Kahf that “We gave him knowledge from Us.”

What kind of knowledge does Allah have that humans do not?

Knowledge of the unseen (ghaib), right?

So Allah granted some drops of it to Hazrat Khizar (A.S).

2.

In ayah 68, Hazrat Khizar (A.S) demanded sabr from Hazrat Musa (A.S).

Here sabr does not only mean to wait, it also means trust.

And he warned that you cannot trust the process because you do not know.

But Musa (A.S) said in ayah 69: “You will find me patient (saabir).”

3.

In ayah 71, he made a hole in the boat, and in ayah 79 he revealed the secret:

the people were poor, and to protect them he damaged the boat because a king wanted to seize it.

 Deeper Secret:

If you had that kind of information, what would you feel instantly?

You would feel pity, and to show kindness you would tell them everything.

But Allah does not want you to reveal all information to them.

So what would you do?

Maybe the same that Hazrat Khizar (A.S) did.

So here comes the secret of the name of Allah, Ar-Rahim (The Especially Merciful).

He became a servant of Ar-Rahim and did his job secretly.

Why Ar-Rahim? Because it means The Especially Merciful,

and he showed a special kind of mercy by only making a hole in their boat.

4.

In ayah 74, he killed a boy, and in ayah 80 he revealed that the boy’s parents were believers,

and it was to protect them from becoming disbelievers.

Deeper Secret:

Parents love their children, and in that love they sometimes do things that are not acceptable in front of Allah.

So when he realized all that, he acted as a servant of Allah’s name Al-Qahhar (The Subduer) and killed the boy.

The trial of the parents still happened because the child died, and they had to do sabr.

And Allah wanted to give them another child because they were believers.

So in that moment, they successfully passed the trial.

And the child also passed, because he had not done anything yet,

so he went to Jannah because Allah liked his parents.

5.

In ayah 77, the wall was built, and the secret was revealed in ayah 82:

it belonged to two orphan boys, and beneath it was a treasure, and their father was righteous.

Deeper Secret:

Here comes the name Al-Wahhab (The Giver of Gifts).

Because it means The One who gives gifts,

and this treasure was a gift due to their father being righteous.

And Hazrat Khizar (A.S) did all of this as a reflection of these powers of Allah’s names,

as a true servant should do.

Final Reflection:

 Ilm al-Ladunni is not just a single thing that a person can attain on their own. Even Musa A.S received revelation, yet he still did not possess the specific perspective that Khidr A.S had — which is why he asked for the reasons behind his actions.

This knowledge can reach a person in different ways. Revelation (wahy) is specifically for prophets, in which an angel acts as the messenger. Apart from that, an ordinary person may experience it through inspiration (ilham), spiritual unveiling (kashf), or true dreams. However, one must also know how to recognize and judge these experiences, because they can sometimes be satanic deception as well.

“If you still wish to attain all of this, Musa (A.S) already showed the way: It demands trials and tests.

first you must have sabr — you must trust the process, even when you don’t understand it. But don't forget the satanic traps.

And Allah never repeats things in the same way;

He always repeats them in a new way.

So your trial will be different.

You cannot learn it.

you can only receive it by surrendering yourself to Allah.

And when this state arrives, neither dreams nor signs are required anymore, because it originates deep within the heart.

A secret tip:

 If you truly desire this, become a servant of Al-Adl. Begin with self-reflection, for unless it is rooted within you, it cannot be reflected in your actions.

And if it does not reflect in your actions, you cannot receive it.

If you want to understand the wisdom of Al-Adl and how it works

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               👉   THE SECRET MEANING OF ALLAH’S NAME AL-ADL

      Being Muslim, we all have read the Qur’an. We notice that every Surah and its verses carry a beautiful rhythm and powerful expression—almost like perfect poetry that conveys deep meaning.

We have heard that when Prophet Muhammad ﷺ appeared as a Prophet in Arabia, poetry was highly valued. Arabs took great pride in their language and poetic skills.

Then Allah revealed the Qur’an through the Prophet ﷺ—words that Arabs had never heard before. They understood the language, yet they had never seen such a perfect composition.

That is why some of them said (نعوذ بالله):

“He is a magician”

“He is a (poet)”

“He is Enchanted”

Because Prophet Muhammad did not receive any formal education, people were amazed that a person who could not read or write was speaking such profound words. This became a clear proof that he is the Prophet of Allah.

Some people tried to investigate where this poetry came from. Others claimed:

 “We can produce something like this.”

Then the Qur’an gave an open challenge 

Surah Al-Baqarah (2:23)

وَإِن كُنتُمْ فِي رَيْبٍ مِّمَّا نَزَّلْنَا عَلَىٰ عَبْدِنَا فَأْتُوا بِسُورَةٍ مِّن مِّثْلِهِ وَادْعُوا شُهَدَاءَكُم مِّن دُونِ اللَّهِ إِن كُنتُمْ صَادِقِينَ

“And if you are in doubt about what We have sent down upon Our servant, then produce a surah like it and call your witnesses besides Allah, if you are truthful.”

Similar challenge in other surahs 

Surah Yunus (10:38)

 Surah Hud (11:13)

Surah At-Tur (52:34)

This was not just about writing—it was about matching its truth, depth, and impact.

For understanding this challenge first we need to decode:

 What is Poetry?

Writers and experts often define poetry as:

 An expression where words are arranged beautifully in a small form to convey deep meaning and

secret code words

When someone reads poetry:

They relate to it

They feel understood

They find answers within it

They feel peace

That is why people share poetry—it reflects their inner feelings.

 Now Coming to the Qur’an

The Qur’an is the Book of Allah, and there is no doubt in it.

What does the Qur’an do?

 It talks to you

You read it and feel: “This is about me”

It is a complete book, and within it there is something for every human being.

Allah made it a book of guidance until the Day of Judgment.

 I repeat: Guidance (نصیحت)

Why Guidance Sometimes Feels Hard

Advice (نصیحت) can feel uncomfortable.

Why?

Because when a person sees a reflection of themselves they don’t want to face, they escape toward comfort instead of truth.

Allah's take about on Poets

Surah Ash-Shu'ara (26:224–226)

Arabic:

وَالشُّعَرَاءُ يَتَّبِعُهُمُ الْغَاوُونَ

أَلَمْ تَرَ أَنَّهُمْ فِي كُلِّ وَادٍ يَهِيمُونَ

وَأَنَّهُمْ يَقُولُونَ مَا لَا يَفْعَلُونَ

“And the poets are followed by those who go astray.

Do you not see that they wander in every valley?

And that they say what they do not do?”

 Why Allah criticized poets?

They speak on every topic

They exaggerate

They often lack truth

They create things that don’t exist

But There is an Exception

Surah Ash-Shu‘arā’ (26:227)

إِلَّا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا وَعَمِلُوا الصَّالِحَاتِ وَذَكَرُوا اللَّهَ كَثِيرًا وَانتَصَرُوا مِن بَعْدِ مَا ظُلِمُوا ۗ وَسَيَعْلَمُ الَّذِينَ ظَلَمُوا أَيَّ مُنقَلَبٍ يَنقَلِبُونَ

“Except those who believe, do righteous deeds, remember Allah كثيرا (abundantly), and defend themselves after they have been wronged (ظلم). And those who ظلم will soon know to what return they will return.”

 So not all poets are wrong—only those who mislead.

 Why Do People Get Misguided?

Intention (Niyyah)

Your intention decides:

Whether you seek truth

Or arguments

Or comfort

Or personal benefit

If someone reads the Qur’an:

To attack specific person and find a lead to protect their argument→ they may misinterpret

To seek guidance → they will be guided

Understanding the Qur’an

Many people say:

“First learn Arabic, then read the Qur’an.”

Yes, Arabic is the original and most powerful form.

But:

The Qur’an is guidance for all humanity

Translation in your language is enough for guidance

If your intention is sincere, Allah will guide you

Even hearing it in your own language can change you.

And when you begin to change, even learning a language will start to feel enjoyable, and your interest will grow. First, listen and understand what is being discussed, then move toward the meaning behind those words.

Scientific Signs

   1. Expanding Universe: "And the heaven We constructed with strength, and indeed, We are [its] expander" (Surah Adh-Dhariyat 51:47).

   2. The Big Bang: "Have those who disbelieved not considered that the heavens and the earth were a joined entity, and We separated them?" (Surah Al-Anbiya 21:30).

   3. Origin of Life: "We made from water every living thing. Then will they not believe?" (Surah Al-Anbiya 21:30).

   4. Iron's Origin: "And We sent down iron, in which is great military might and benefits for the people" (Surah Al-Hadid 57:25).

   5. Mountains as Stakes: "Have We not made the earth a resting place? And the mountains as stakes?" (Surah An-Naba 78:6-7).

 These are not just words—they are truths that were confirmed later.

Deep Insight

The challenge of the Qur’an was not just to:

Write something similar

But to:

Match its truth

Prove it

Sustain its meaning

 That is why no one could meet the challenge.

Final Reflection

No human can ever gain complete knowledge.

Allah gives each person only what they are meant to receive.

 So:

Keep your intention pure

Read or listen to the Qur’an

 It truly speaks to you

Because Allah said in Quran 

Surah Al-Anbiya 21:10

لَقَدْ أَنْزَلْنَا إِلَيْكُمْ كِتَابًا فِيهِ ذِكْرُكُمْ ۖ أَفَلَا تَعْقِلُونَ

“Indeed, We have sent down to you a Book in which is your reminder and honor. Will you not then use reason?”

What is Paradise?

Human beings were sent from Paradise into this world so that Allah may test them.

(Surah Al-Mulk 67:2)

ٱلَّذِى خَلَقَ ٱلْمَوْتَ وَٱلْحَيَوٰةَ لِيَبْلُوَكُمْ أَيُّكُمْ أَحْسَنُ عَمَلًا

“He who created death and life to test you [as to] which of you is best in deed.”

When a human enters this world, they are given the form of a small child. All their previous memories are erased. Every person is placed in a unique environment—given parents, circumstances, and conditions.

Some are made orphans, some poor, some wealthy.

Some are given healthy bodies, while others are tested with disabilities.

Some are left without knowledge, while others are blessed with it.

(Surah Al-An’am 6:165)

وَهُوَ الَّذِي جَعَلَكُمْ خَلَائِفَ الْأَرْضِ... لِيَبْلُوَكُمْ فِي مَا آتَاكُمْ

“And He made you successors upon the earth… to test you in what He has given you.”

But what is knowledge?

There can be many definitions, but to me, knowledge is when a person gathers their observations, existing realities, their own emotions and the emotions of others—and seeks answers to questions. Whether the answer is pleasing or not, if it is true, then it is knowledge.

Since humans are confined in this world, and their intellect is limited within the body, Allah sent many Prophets for guidance. And now we are in the era of the final Prophet, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

Though he is not physically present in this world, his presence can still be felt through his living legacy and spiritual vision, for he is present 

In the Qur’an, Paradise is described in many places—how it will look and how people will feel there.

(Surah At-Tur 52:17)

إِنَّ الْمُتَّقِينَ فِي جَنَّاتٍ وَنَعِيمٍ

“Indeed, the righteous will be in gardens and pleasure.”

(Surah Al-Hijr 15:48)

لَا يَمَسُّهُمْ فِيهَا نَصَبٌ وَلَا هُمْ مِنْهَا بِمُخْرَجِينَ

“No fatigue will touch them there, nor will they be removed from it.”

When a person reflects on these descriptions, an image forms in their mind, and they begin to understand what Paradise might feel like.

Today, I will not explain Paradise itself, but rather share a reflection of how it may feel.

This is not rationality, this is emotion. 

So,

If someone asks me, “What is Paradise?”

I would say:

It is the early days of love,

when everything feels beautiful—

the beloved, time, oneself,

the world, dreams, and even thoughts.

And if this feeling were to last forever,

then perhaps that is Paradise.

Because it is a state

where a person does not need to search for blessings to feel grateful.

The heart is already full of joy.

Sorrows lose their importance,

everything feels beautiful,

and gratitude flows naturally.

So perhaps Paradise is another name for love.

And if love is a gift from Allah,

then attaining Allah Himself… is Paradise.

For me, this is Paradise.

What is Paradise for you?

Human beings have always carried curiosity within them. They constantly try to uncover the secrets and wisdom behind everything. Even if not everything, they at least want to understand the purpose of their own existence.
Whenever a person does something wrong, something good, or something that repeatedly harms them, they begin to question themselves: “Why am I like this? Did Allah create me this way?”

When they fail to find answers, they often attribute their habits and actions directly to Allah.
The answer to this was beautifully expressed by Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib A.S:

(Arabic)

 مَنْ عَرَفَ نَفْسَهُ فَقَدْ عَرَفَ رَبَّهُ

“Whoever knows himself, knows his Lord.”

Now the question arises: 

How does a person know themselves?

A human being has many faces:
One with parents
One with relatives
One with siblings
One with friends
One in professional life 

And one when standing before Allah

You might think that the real self is the one shown in front of Allah.

But in reality, the true self appears when a person forgets Allah, when they feel: “I am alone. No one is watching me.”

At that moment, their true  character comes out.
When a person recognizes this reality within themselves, they begin to understand who they truly are. Then another question arises:
If I know myself, does that mean my Lord is like me?

The answer is no.

Instead, it means asking yourself: “Am I worthy of standing before my Lord?”

Because truth is always present before Him. If a person gains the courage to face that truth, they begin to correct themselves. And in that process, they find their Lord.

Then, wherever they are—among friends, family, or society—their personality becomes connected to Allah. Because even in solitude, they know: “I am not alone.”
This awareness makes them truthful and keeps them away from falsehood.

How Are the Secrets of the Universe Revealed?

The answer is simple but powerful:
Truthfulness opens the doors.
A person who cannot be truthful with themselves cannot be truthful with Allah.

Allah says in the Qur’an:

— Qur'an 2:186

وَإِذَا سَأَلَكَ عِبَادِي عَنِّي فَإِنِّي قَرِيبٌ ۖ أُجِيبُ دَعْوَةَ الدَّاعِ إِذَا دَعَانِ

“And when My servants ask you concerning Me, indeed I am near. I respond to the call of the caller when he calls upon Me.”

 The Hidden Condition

 (Secret Within the Secret)

Not everyone receives the answer.
Only the one who calls upon Allah with a true and sincere heart, not just as a ritual.
When a person becomes sincere:
The universe begins to reveal its hidden realities
Their inner restlessness turns into peace
But there is a price.
These truths come with responsibility:
Not everything is revealed
Only what a person can تحمل (bear)
Secrets are given to those who can protect them
And reveal them only at the right time

Is this world real… or just a game?

The Qur’an gives a powerful answer:

(Qur’an 29:64)

Arabic:
وَمَا ٱلْحَيَوٰةُ ٱلدُّنْيَآ إِلَّا لَعِبٌۭ وَلَهْوٌۭ ۖ وَإِنَّ ٱلدَّارَ ٱلْـَٔاخِرَةَ لَهِىَ ٱلْحَيَوَانُ ۚ لَوْ كَانُوا۟ يَعْلَمُونَ

“The life of this world is nothing but play and amusement. But the Hereafter is the real life—if only they knew.”

Understanding Through a Story: Jumanji

A Powerful Connection With Our Reality

Now reflect on our own existence.

Before coming into this world, humans had a different state of existence. Then we were sent from Jannah to here, into this “worldly game.”

Each person is given a unique identity

We all have strengths and weaknesses

We are given guidance through the Qur’an

We are given intellect (Aqal) to choose right and wrong

We are given multiple chances to succeed

Unlike a game that offers only a few lives, Allah gives us countless opportunities for repentance and growth.

Some people’s journeys are connected—just like in a game where success depends on cooperation.

The Most Important Point: (Distraction)

A game is not just a challenge—it is also a distraction.

If a player forgets the mission and gets lost in the game…
they can never win.

The Qur’an reminds us again:

(Qur’an 57:20)

Arabic:
ٱعْلَمُوٓا۟ أَنَّمَا ٱلْحَيَوٰةُ ٱلدُّنْيَا لَعِبٌۭ وَلَهْوٌۭ وَزِينَةٌۭ وَتَفَاخُرٌۢ بَيْنَكُمْ

“Know that the life of this world is only play, amusement, and distraction…”

Yes, this world is like a game—but not meaningless.

• It is a test
• It is a temporary stage
• It is full of distractions

If you get lost in it, you lose.
If you stay focused, you succeed