The (realisation of) beauty and perfection in the Names of Allah is by way of considering each Name on its own and it can also be considered when a Name is combined with another. As a result of combining one Name with another, a further level of perfection (in Allah’s Names) is attained.

An example of this is, “al-’Aziz al-Hakim” (the All-Powerful, All-Wise). Allah combines the mention of these two Names often in the Qur’an. Each of these Names indicates the specific perfection that it necessitates (by way of its inherent meaning), and thus, He is characterised with al-’izzah (power) in the Name al-’Aziz, and al-hukm and al-hikmah (judgement and wisdom) in the Name al-Hakim. And in combining them both, there is yet another perfection which is that His ‘izzah (power) is linked with His hikmah (wisdom). Thus, His power does not necessitate oppression, tyranny, or evil action - something that does occur from those weilding power in the creation. Power and authority leads those holding it to misuse, leading them to oppress, tyrannize and evil behaviour.

A great benefit exists in the combination of al-’Aziz with al-Hakim, which is that ‘izzah (power) is tied to hikmah (wisdom). Power on its own can lead to oppression, tyranny and evil behaviour, such as when we find a king with power in his kingdom, with no one opposing him. You will find that such a king, on account of his power and authority will be violent and tyrannical, and he will not care because he is not wise. Likewise, amongst the people are those who are wise, but they do not have any power or sway. Such a person may possess wisdom, and his behaviour will be good, he will place everything in its proper place, yet he does not have strength or power that allows him to implement what he desires (in light of his wisdom).Allah is powerful, possessor of strength, and possessor of complete, perfect wisdom, as He is al-’Azeez al-Hakeem.

Thus in the combination of two Names, another level of perfection is realised. In this case it is strength of implementation and execution in one’s wisdom, and wisdom in one’s use of power and strength.