77 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
الْوَالِي
Al-Wali
"The Governor" — the 77th of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
He governs every event, no matter how chaotic it looks to us.
In the Quran: Quran 13:11
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-Wali is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about Al-Wali
What does Al-Wali mean?
Al-Wali (الْوَالِي) means "The Governor" in English. It is the 77th of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. He governs every event, no matter how chaotic it looks to us.
How is Al-Wali written in Arabic?
Al-Wali is written in Arabic as الْوَالِي. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so Al-Wali literally means "The Governor".
Is Al-Wali mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — Al-Wali is referenced in Quran 13:11. 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).