30 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
اللَّطِيفُ
Al-Latif
"The Most Subtle" — the 30th of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
He arranges affairs so gently and precisely that we often miss His hand in them.
In the Quran: Quran 6:103
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-Latif is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Latif
What does Al-Latif mean?
Al-Latif (اللَّطِيفُ) means "The Most Subtle" in English. It is the 30th of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. He arranges affairs so gently and precisely that we often miss His hand in them.
How is Al-Latif written in Arabic?
Al-Latif is written in Arabic as اللَّطِيفُ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Latif literally means "The Most Subtle".
Is Al-Latif mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Al-Latif is referenced in Quran 6:103. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 6.
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).