33 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
الْعَظِيمُ
Al-Azim
"The Magnificent" — the 33rd of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
His majesty exceeds every attempt to describe or imagine.
In the Quran: Quran 2:255
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-Azim is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Azim
What does Al-Azim mean?
Al-Azim (الْعَظِيمُ) means "The Magnificent" in English. It is the 33rd of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. His majesty exceeds every attempt to describe or imagine.
How is Al-Azim written in Arabic?
Al-Azim is written in Arabic as الْعَظِيمُ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Azim literally means "The Magnificent".
Is Al-Azim mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Al-Azim is referenced in Quran 2:255. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 2.
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).