Al-Wakil
Al-Wakil (الْوَكِيل) is name number 52 of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma ul Husna). It means "The Trustee, The Disposer of Affairs". Al-Wakil is the One to be relied upon, who manages the affairs of those who entrust themselves to Him. He is the perfect guardian of all matters.
Key takeaways
- Al-Wakil (الْوَكِيل) means "The Trustee, The Disposer of Affairs".
- It is name number 52 of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma ul Husna).
- The name is one of Allah's beautiful attributes, used in remembrance (dhikr) and supplication.
What does Al-Wakil mean?
Al-Wakil (الْوَكِيل) is one of the ninety-nine names of Allah, the Asma ul Husna. It means The Trustee, The Disposer of Affairs. Al-Wakil is the One to be relied upon, who manages the affairs of those who entrust themselves to Him. He is the perfect guardian of all matters.
Reflecting on Al-Wakil
Muslims are encouraged to call upon Allah by His beautiful names and to reflect on what each one means for their own lives. Knowing that Allah is Al-Wakil - the trustee, the disposer of affairs - shapes how a believer trusts, hopes and turns to Him. The names are often repeated in remembrance (dhikr) and woven into supplication (du'a), ideally with the heart present and aware of the meaning rather than the tongue alone.
Common questions
What does Al-Wakil mean?
Al-Wakil (الْوَكِيل) means "The Trustee, The Disposer of Affairs". Al-Wakil is the One to be relied upon, who manages the affairs of those who entrust themselves to Him. He is the perfect guardian of all matters.
Is Al-Wakil one of the 99 names of Allah?
Yes. Al-Wakil is name number 52 of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma ul Husna), the beautiful names and attributes of Allah established in the Qur'an and Sunnah.
What is the meaning of الْوَكِيل?
الْوَكِيل is read as Al-Wakil and means "The Trustee, The Disposer of Affairs" in English - one of the ninety-nine names of Allah.
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