10 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
الْمُتَكَبِّرُ
Al-Mutakabbir
"The Supreme" — the 10th of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
Greatness belongs to Him alone. All human pride is borrowed and fleeting.
In the Quran: Quran 59:23
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-Mutakabbir is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Mutakabbir
What does Al-Mutakabbir mean?
Al-Mutakabbir (الْمُتَكَبِّرُ) means "The Supreme" in English. It is the 10th of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. Greatness belongs to Him alone. All human pride is borrowed and fleeting.
How is Al-Mutakabbir written in Arabic?
Al-Mutakabbir is written in Arabic as الْمُتَكَبِّرُ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Mutakabbir literally means "The Supreme".
Is Al-Mutakabbir mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Al-Mutakabbir is referenced in Quran 59:23. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 59.
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).