What does the name Dhul-Jalali wal-Ikram mean?

Dhul-Jalali wal-Ikram means Allah, possessor both of jalal (majesty, grandeur) and of ikram (generosity, grace).

Does this name occur in the Quran?

Yes. It occurs in Surah Ar-Rahman, verses 27 and 78. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) gave special importance to this name.

Al-Asma al-Husna

Possessor of majesty and generosity, of grandeur and grace

Arabic

ذُو الْجَلَالِ وَالْإِكْرَام

Transliteration: Dhū l-Jalāli wa-l-Ikrām
Meaning: Dhul-Jalali wal-Ikram means the possessor both of jalal (majesty, greatness, grandeur) and of ikram (generosity, grace, favor). This name gathers two great groups of Allah's attributes, grandeur and kindness, together: He is majestic enough to be feared, yet generous enough to place one's hope in Him.

«And there will remain the Face of your Lord, Possessor of Majesty and Generosity (Dhul-Jalali wal-Ikram).»

Explanation

Majesty and generosity together
Jalal expresses Allah's attributes of power, majesty, and overwhelming might; ikram expresses His attributes of favor, generosity, and beauty. This name joins the two together, which is why the believer's heart stands between fear (khashyah) and hope. The Quran mentions this name twice (Ar-Rahman, 27 and 78).
Among the most virtuous names
The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) gave special importance to this name, encouraging the supplication "O Dhul-Jalali wal-Ikram" (O Possessor of majesty and generosity) in dua (Jami at-Tirmidhi, 3525). This phrase recalls both Allah's greatness and His generosity together.

This page is based on Quran verses and authentic hadith sources.

QuranSurah Ar-Rahman, 27
Allah's being Dhul-Jalali wal-Ikram is stated in this verse.
HadithJami at-Tirmidhi, 3525
The encouragement to hold to this name ("O Dhul-Jalali wal-Ikram") occurs in this hadith.
Classical sourceTDV İslam Ansiklopedisi, "Esmâ-i hüsnâ"
Academic source for the explanation of the name Dhul-Jalali wal-Ikram.

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Common questions about this Name.

What does the name Dhul-Jalali wal-Ikram mean?
Dhul-Jalali wal-Ikram means Allah, possessor both of jalal (majesty, grandeur) and of ikram (generosity, grace).
Does this name occur in the Quran?
Yes. It occurs in Surah Ar-Rahman, verses 27 and 78. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) gave special importance to this name.