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الْخَافِضُ
Al-Khafid
"The Abaser" — the 22nd of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
He humbles the arrogant, whatever throne they sit upon.
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-Khafid is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Khafid
What does Al-Khafid mean?
Al-Khafid (الْخَافِضُ) means "The Abaser" in English. It is the 22nd of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. He humbles the arrogant, whatever throne they sit upon.
How is Al-Khafid written in Arabic?
Al-Khafid is written in Arabic as الْخَافِضُ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Khafid literally means "The Abaser".
Is Al-Khafid mentioned in the Quran?
Al-Khafid appears in the wider Islamic tradition of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna), which are compiled from the Quran and authentic hadith. Not every name has a single Quranic verse citation, but they collectively describe Allah's attributes as revealed in Islamic scripture.
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).