The Meaning of the Hadith: (Majesty is My robe, and greatness is My garment)
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[The Meaning of the Hadith: (Majesty is My robe, and greatness is My garment)]
It is established from the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) that he said regarding Allah (Mighty and Majestic): (Majesty is My robe, and greatness is My garment) Is this one of the hadiths concerning the attributes?
Yes.
This hadith reported from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) is authentic. We accept it according to its apparent meaning, but we do not inquire into its modality, just as with the other attributes. This is because everything reported regarding the attributes of Allah (Mighty and Majestic) is obligatory for the Muslim to accept and believe in, but without asking how or likening Allah to creation. Do we believe that this garment and this robe are like our robes and garments? No; absolutely not.
We are certain that it is not so,Because Allah the Exalted says: [Surat al-Shura: 11] .
It is established from the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) that he said regarding Allah (Mighty and Majestic): (Majesty is My robe, and greatness is My garment) Is this one of the hadiths concerning the attributes?
Yes.
This hadith reported from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) is authentic. We accept it according to its apparent meaning, but we do not inquire into its modality, just as with the other attributes. This is because everything reported regarding the attributes of Allah (Mighty and Majestic) is obligatory for the Muslim to accept and believe in, but without asking how or likening Allah to creation. Do we believe that this garment and this robe are like our robes and garments? No; absolutely not.
We are certain that it is not so,Because Allah the Exalted says: