68 of 99 · Asma-ul-Husna
الصَّمَدُ
As-Samad
"The Eternal Refuge" — the 68th of the 99 Names of Allah
Reflection
All creation depends on Him; He depends on nothing.
In the Quran: Quran 112:2
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). As-Samad is one of these names.
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Frequently asked about As-Samad
What does As-Samad mean?
As-Samad (الصَّمَدُ) means "The Eternal Refuge" in English. It is the 68th of the 99 Names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna) in Islam. All creation depends on Him; He depends on nothing.
How is As-Samad written in Arabic?
As-Samad is written in Arabic as الصَّمَدُ. The definite article "Al-" prefix means "The", so As-Samad literally means "The Eternal Refuge".
Is As-Samad mentioned in the Quran?
Yes — As-Samad is referenced in Quran 112:2. The Quran describes Allah using His most beautiful names throughout its verses, and this particular name appears in Surah 112.
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).