Rabb

Rabb is an Arabic word meaning Lord , Sustainer , Cherisher , Master , which in Islamic context refers to Allah . In the Qur'an, rabb is one of the usual names of God. The literal meaning of the word is Sustainer and Master , and in that sense, a man is the "rabb" of his house. With the same root is the verb yurabbi , meaning "raise" (as in raise a child). Preislamic Arabians used to believe that while there were multiple 'aalihah (gods), only God (Allah) was considered to be the Rabb (Lord/Sustainer) of the earth and heavens. In an older surah , Allah is called the "Lord of this House" (106:3). Rabb is also mentioned in Sikh Scripture Guru Granth Sahib as one of the names for God and is one of the most widely used name to refer God in Sikh community

( Learn how and when to remove this message ) Rabb ( , is an Arabic word meaning Lord , Sustainer , Cherisher , Master , Nourisher . In Islam, Ar-Rabb is often used to address Allah, although Ar-Rabb is not one of the 99 names (or attributes) of Allah. When it is used with the definite article 'Ar' (Ar-Rabb) the Arabic word refers to Allah. As for other than Allah, it can be used to say Rabb Ad-Dar, the master of such and such object or the nourisher of such and such object. Rabb is also a common and acceptable first and/or last name throughout the world. The literal meaning of the word is Sustainer , Master and/or "Nourisher", and in that sense, a man is the "rabb" of his house. With the same root is the verb yurabbi , meaning "raise" (as in raise a child). Rabb also means "the Creator", as it is referred to in the Quran several times as "رب العالمين". However, Rabb covers such a wide meaning that other languages lack an equivalent of the word. Some have explained it to mean a fostering things in such a manner as to make them attain one condition after another until they reach their goal of completion. Thus, it conveys not only the idea of fostering, bringing up or nourishing, but also that of regulating, completing, accomplishing, cherishing, sustaining and bringing to maturity by evolution from the earliest state to that of the highest perfection. The Quran , in Surah Fatihah , introduces this name in the beginning, "All praise and gratitude is due to Allah, Rabb of all the worlds." Note that it mentions "Rabb of all the worlds", thus stating clearly that he takes care, nourishes, fosters through every stage of existence, everything that exists. Pre-Islamic Arabians used to believe that, while there were multiple 'aalihah (gods), only Allah was the Rabb (Lord/sustainer) of the earth and heavens. He is believed to be the abstract Supreme Being who is beyond any resemblance and the one who governs the heavens and earth. In pre-Islamic Arabia, which is commonly referred to as the Jahiliya era, the worship of God(Allah) along other lesser gods was common, but Mohammad introduced a different religion centered on Allah. One of Mohammad's aims was to reintroduce Allah as being the "Rabbu alAAalameen" or "رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ", which translates as "the Lord of the Worlds", who is beyond being solely a creator, but also the Only Deity who should be recognized by all men. Going back in history, other prophets, such as Abraham (in the Islamic view) and Moses , were also preaching to introduce God (Allah) as the Rabb (Lord) and said: "Surely we are the apostles of the Lord of the worlds" [26:16] "قَالَ فِرْعَوْنُ وَمَا رَبُّ الْعَالَمِينَ " which may translate as "Pharaoh said: And what is the Lord of the worlds?" [26:23] "قَالَ رَبُّ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ وَمَا بَيْنَهُمَا ۖ إِن كُنتُم مُّوقِنِينَ" which translates as "Musa (Moses) said: The Lord of the heavens and the earth and what is between them, if you would be sure." [26:24]

( Learn how and when to remove this message ) Rabb ( , , , , , Punjabi : ਰੱਬ ( Gurmukhi ) ; رب ( Shahmukhi ) ) is an Arabic word meaning Lord , Sustainer , Cherisher , Master , Nourisher . In Islam, Ar-Rabb is often used to refer to Allah, the most Supreme Being. In Quran (the word of God), Allah refers to Himself as Rabb in several places. When it is used with the definite article 'Ar' (Ar-Rabb) the Arabic word refers to Allah. In other cases, context makes it clear as to whom the word is referring to. Rabb is also a common and acceptable first and/or last name throughout the world. The literal meaning of the word is Sustainer , Master and/or "Nourisher", and in that sense, a man is the "rabb" of his house. With the same root is the verb yurabbi , meaning "raise" (as in raise a child). Rabb also means "the Creator", as it is referred to in the Quran several times as "رب العالمين". However, Rabb covers such a wide meaning that other languages lack an equivalent of the word. Some have explained it to mean a fostering things in such a manner as to make them attain one condition after another until they reach their goal of completion. Thus, it conveys not only the idea of fostering, bringing up or nourishing, but also that of regulating, completing, accomplishing, cherishing, sustaining and bringing to maturity by evolution from the earliest state to that of the highest perfection. The Quran , in Surah Fatihah , introduces this name in the beginning, "All praise and gratitude is due to Allah, Rabb of all the worlds." Note that it mentions "Rabb of all the worlds", thus stating clearly that he takes care, nourishes, fosters through every stage of existence, everything that exists. Pre-Islamic Arabians used to believe that, while there were multiple 'aalihah (gods), only Allah was the Rabb (Lord/sustainer) of the earth and heavens. He is believed to be the abstract Supreme Being who is beyond any resemblance and the one who governs the heavens and earth. In pre-Islamic Arabia, which is commonly referred to as the Jahiliya era, the worship of God (Allah) along other lesser gods was common, but Mohammad introduced a different religion centered on Allah. One of Mohammad's aims was to reintroduce Allah as being the "Rabbil 'Alamin" or "رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ", which translates as "the Lord of the Worlds", who is beyond being solely a creator, but also the Only Deity who should be recognized by all men. Going back in history, other prophets, such as Abraham (in the Islamic view) and Moses , were also preaching to introduce God (Allah) as the Rabb (Lord) and said: "Surely we are the apostles of the Lord of the worlds" [26:16] "قَالَ فِرْعَوْنُ وَمَا رَبُّ الْعَالَمِينَ " which may translate as "Pharaoh said: And what is the Lord of the worlds?" [26:23] "قَالَ رَبُّ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ وَمَا بَيْنَهُمَا ۖ إِن كُنتُم مُّوقِنِينَ" which translates as "Musa (Moses) said: The Lord of the heavens and the earth and what is between them, if you would be sure." [26:24]

Arabic word used to refer to God as the "Lord" or "Master" Rabb ( Arabic : رب , lit. ' lord ' ) is an Arabic word to refer to God as Lord The term is used by Arabs and Sikh Punjabis . This is related to the word “Rabbi” used by the Jews practicing Hebrew Judaism . In the Quran , God refers to himself as "Rabb" in several places. When it is used with the definite article ( al-Rabb ) the Arabic word denotes "the Lord (God)". In other cases, the context makes it clear as to whom the word is referring to, in this case, "rabb" refers to "owner, master", for example rabb al-dar ( رَبُّ ٱلْدَّار ) means "master of the house/residence". God in Islam is referred to by many qualities and attributes. In the first Surah , Al-Fatihah of the Quran , introduces this Title " Rabb " in the first Verse, "All Praise and Gratitude is due to God, Lord ( Rabb ) of all the worlds and Universe", thus stating clearly that God takes care, nourishes, fosters through every stage of existence, in which everything between that exists. In the Indo-Gangetic plain , especially in the Punjab region , the term "Rabb" or "Rab" is used by Muslims, Sikhs, Hindus and Christians to refer to God. Speaking Qur'an: An American Scripture . Indeed, "Lord" is a direct translation of the Arabic word Rabb . After the rise of Islam, Jews, Christians, and Muslims used "Allah" for Elohim and "theos" when they quoted or translated the Bible in Arabic as they did in their dialogues together. Arabicish versions have tended to transliterate Yahweh or use the word rabb (Lord) as Jews used adonai . Sikhism and Punjab's Heritage . Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs frequently use this Arabic word which means Lord or Master.