15 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
الْقَهَّارُ
Al-Qahhar
"The Subduer" — the 15th of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
Every tyrant will one day stand before Him.
In the Quran: Quran 13:16
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-Qahhar is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Qahhar
What does Al-Qahhar mean?
Al-Qahhar (الْقَهَّارُ) means "The Subduer" in English. It is the 15th of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. Every tyrant will one day stand before Him.
How is Al-Qahhar written in Arabic?
Al-Qahhar is written in Arabic as الْقَهَّارُ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Qahhar literally means "The Subduer".
Is Al-Qahhar mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Al-Qahhar is referenced in Quran 13:16. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 13.
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).