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Al-Jabbar: meaning, transliteration and explanation
Who imposes His will over all things, Possessor of majesty and might
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Arabic
الْجَبَّار
- Transliteration
- al-Jabbār
- Meaning
- "Al-Jabbar" means the One who imposes His will absolutely over all existence, Possessor of majesty and might. The root of the word carries both the meaning "who compels, whose decree prevails" and the meaning "who mends what is broken, who completes what is lacking". In this way this name expresses both Allah's irresistible power and His grace in mending broken hearts.
In the Quran
«He is Allah, the Almighty (Al-Aziz), the Compeller who mends what is broken (Al-Jabbar), the Possessor of majesty (Al-Mutakabbir).»
Surah Al-Hashr, 23Explanation
An irresistible will
"Jabbar" expresses that Allah's will is above all things, and that no one can stand against His decree. This is not an expression of tyrannical force, but of absolute power joined with truth and justice.
Who mends what is broken
The other meaning of the word is "jabr": to restore what is broken, to complete what is lacking. In this respect, "Jabbar" means the One who mends broken hearts and strengthens those in hardship. In this sense, the name gives hope alongside awe.
Sources
This page is based on Quran verses and authentic hadith sources.
- QuranSurah Al-Hashr, 23
This name appears among Allah's names in this verse.
- Classical sourceTDV İslam Ansiklopedisi, "Esmâ-i hüsnâ"
Academic source for the two meanings of the name Al-Jabbar (power and restoration).
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this Name.
What does the name Al-Jabbar mean?
"Al-Jabbar" means Allah, Possessor of majesty who imposes His will over all existence, and who also mends what is broken and heals broken hearts.Does "Jabbar" express only severity?
No. The root of the word carries both the meaning of irresistible power and the meaning of "jabr": to restore what is broken, to complete what is lacking; this expresses both might and grace.