The letters waw-alif-dal-ha that form the word WADAH not only represent the traditional Jawi letters used to express the intellect and values of the Muslim community in the Malay Archipelago, but more importantly, they are hijaiyyah letters that form words in the verses of the Qur’an. Alongside reflecting an appreciation for the intellectual tradition of this region, these letters also emphasize WADAH’s commitment to always uphold Divine Revelation as the source of truth and guidance for life, with the pleasure of Allah as the ultimate goal of all efforts and struggles.
The Alif, standing tall, is not only part of the word WADAH, but it is also the first letter in the word Lafz al-Jalalah, the greatest name, which is ALLAH.
The arrangement and balanced position of the letters waw-alif-dal-ha symbolize the effort to achieve balance (tawazun) in approach and action. However, whatever actions are taken, they all serve one purpose: to elevate the dignity of the ummah. This is reflected in the way the final letters waw-alif-dal unite to lift the letter ha.
The green color of the word WADAH manifests Islam as an ever-fresh religion that promises the most beautiful rewards from Allah, the Exalted.
