37 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
الْكَبِيرُ
Al-Kabir
"Yang Mahabesar" — the 37th of the 99 Names of Allah
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Dalam Al-Qur'an: Quran 22:62
About the 99 Names of Allah
The 99 Names of Allah — Asma-ul-Husna (الأسماء الحسنى, "The Most Beautiful Names") — are the names by which Allah is described in the Quran and authentic hadith. Each name reveals an attribute of Allah: His mercy, might, wisdom, forgiveness, sustenance, and countless others. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, "Allah has ninety-nine names, one hundred less one; whoever memorises them will enter Paradise" (Sahih al-Bukhari 2736). Al-Kabir is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Kabir
What does Al-Kabir mean?
Al-Kabir (الْكَبِيرُ) means "The Most Great" in English. It is the 37th of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. Everything else, however great we call it, is small before Him.
How is Al-Kabir written in Arabic?
Al-Kabir is written in Arabic as الْكَبِيرُ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Kabir literally means "The Most Great".
Is Al-Kabir mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Al-Kabir is referenced in Quran 22:62. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 22.
What are the 99 Names of Allah?
The 99 Names of Allah — Asma-ul-Husna (الأسماء الحسنى, "The Most Beautiful Names") — are the names by which Muslims describe and remember Allah. Compiled from the Quran and authentic hadith, each name reveals an attribute of Allah's essence, actions, or mercy. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said whoever memorises them will enter Paradise (Sahih al-Bukhari 2736).