Al-Wasi'
Al-Wasi' (الْوَاسِع) is name number 45 of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma ul Husna). It means "The All-Encompassing, The Vast". Al-Wasi' is boundless in knowledge, mercy and provision. His bounty is wide enough for all of creation.
Key takeaways
- Al-Wasi' (الْوَاسِع) means "The All-Encompassing, The Vast".
- It is name number 45 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-Wasi' mean?
Al-Wasi' (الْوَاسِع) is one of the ninety-nine names of Allah, the Asma ul Husna. It means The All-Encompassing, The Vast. Al-Wasi' is boundless in knowledge, mercy and provision. His bounty is wide enough for all of creation.
Reflecting on Al-Wasi'
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-Wasi' - the all-encompassing, the vast - 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-Wasi' mean?
Al-Wasi' (الْوَاسِع) means "The All-Encompassing, The Vast". Al-Wasi' is boundless in knowledge, mercy and provision. His bounty is wide enough for all of creation.
Is Al-Wasi' one of the 99 names of Allah?
Yes. Al-Wasi' is name number 45 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 الْوَاسِع?
الْوَاسِع is read as Al-Wasi' and means "The All-Encompassing, The Vast" in English - one of the ninety-nine names of Allah.
More names of Allah
Make the names part of your daily worship - with accurate prayer times, Qibla direction and the Islamic calendar.