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Imam Ghazali shares some reflections about the idea of a “muhaymin.” First, he mentions that a muhaymin must have complete knowledge and insight, and must be aware of what is happening at all times. We wouldn’t trust someone as a guard if he wasn’t aware of our reality.
Second, he mentions that a muhaymin must have authority and power. If someone who is watching over us has complete awareness but no actual power, then why would we care for this individual to watch over us? We wouldn’t feel confident in this individual’s ability to guard us.
Lastly, Imam Ghazali mentions that a muhaymin must have sincere love and concern for the one he’s watching over. A guard could have complete knowledge and total power, but if he doesn’t pay attention or care about what is happening, then he’s not a true muhaymin.
In Surah Hashr, where we see many of the Names of Allah (SWT) mentioned, Allah (SWT) also mentions His Name, “As Salaam” (السَلام).
This Name comes from the root of (س ل م) which fundamentally means, “peace.” Another meaning from this root is “safety.” The scholars mention that this root also refers to not being weighed down, or burdened by anything. 
The reference in Surah Hashr (59:23) is the only mention of this Name in the Qur’an, but the word “salaam” (سَلام) appears many times.
