Al-Basit الْبَاسِطُ
Transliteration: Al-Baasit
Meaning: The Expander, The Extender
معنی: کشادگی دینے والا، پھیلانے والا
Arabic Root: ب-س-ط (Basata) — to spread, to expand, to extend generously
Al-Basit is the One who expands and extends — provision, mercy, the chest, and all good things. When Allah expands provision for a servant, no withholding can stop it. When He expands the heart with faith and contentment, no sorrow can constrict it. Al-Basit pairs with Al-Qabid to represent the complete divine management of all circumstances. The Prophet ﷺ said: 'If Allah wills good for a person, He expands his chest for Islam.' This expansion (basita) is the gift of spiritual openness. In the Quran, Prophet Musa asked: 'Rabbi-shrah li sadri' — My Lord, expand my chest — invoking Al-Basit for the strength to carry his mission.
Complete Meaning of Al-Basit
Al-Basit is the One who expands and extends — provision, mercy, the chest, and all good things. When Allah expands provision for a servant, no withholding can stop it. When He expands the heart with faith and contentment, no sorrow can constrict it. Al-Basit pairs with Al-Qabid to represent the complete divine management of all circumstances. The Prophet ﷺ said: 'If Allah wills good for a person, He expands his chest for Islam.' This expansion (basita) is the gift of spiritual openness. In the Quran, Prophet Musa asked: 'Rabbi-shrah li sadri' — My Lord, expand my chest — invoking Al-Basit for the strength to carry his mission.
Benefits of Al-Basit
- 1.Calling upon Al-Basit during times of difficulty and constriction to ask for expansion and relief
- 2.Reciting Ya Basit for expansion of provision, knowledge, and spiritual contentment
- 3.It is especially powerful when feeling spiritually constricted or distant from Allah
- 4.Reflecting on Al-Basit in good times deepens gratitude — expansion comes from Him, not from circumstances
- 5.It is used in dua for the expansion of the chest (courage, wisdom, patience) for difficult tasks
How to Do Dhikr of Al-Basit
Recite 'Ya Basit, ibsut alayna min rahmatik wa yassir lana min amrina' (يَا بَاسِط ابْسُطْ عَلَيْنَا مِنْ رَحْمَتِكَ وَيَسِّرْ لَنَا مِنْ أَمْرِنَا) — O Expander, spread upon us from Your mercy and ease our affairs. Pair with Al-Qabid in remembrance.
How to Use Al-Basit in Dua
When seeking provision: 'Ya Basit, ubsut alayna rizqan halalan tayyiban' — O Expander, expand upon us lawful and good provision. The dua of Prophet Musa (20:25): 'Rabbi-shrah li sadri wa yassir li amri' — My Lord, expand my chest and ease my affair — is the prime dua of Al-Basit.
Spiritual Lesson from Al-Basit
Al-Basit teaches that every expansion in life — every moment of abundance, joy, ease, and spiritual openness — comes from Allah. Not from your intelligence, effort, or luck, though these are the means He uses. The truly expanded heart is not the one with the most money but the one most connected to Al-Basit, finding contentment and openness regardless of circumstances.
Al-Basit in the Quran
وَاللَّهُ يَقْبِضُ وَيَبْسُطُ وَإِلَيْهِ تُرْجَعُونَ
"And it is Allah who withholds and grants abundance, and to Him you will be returned."
Prophetic Tradition
"Allah has ninety-nine names, one hundred minus one, and whoever believes in their meanings and acts accordingly will enter Paradise."
Al-Basit is name number 21 of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah. Understanding and reflecting on its meaning — The Expander, The Extender — is a means of drawing closer to Allah and entering Paradise through the promise of the Prophet ﷺ.
Frequently Asked Questions about Al-Basit
Q1.What does Al-Basit mean?
Al-Basit means 'The Expander' — Allah expands provision, mercy, and spiritual openness for His creation according to His wisdom and grace.
Q2.What is the dua that invokes Al-Basit?
Prophet Musa's dua: 'Rabbi-shrah li sadri wa yassir li amri' (20:25-26) — My Lord, expand my chest and ease my affair — is the classic invocation of Al-Basit's attribute of expansion.
Q3.How are Al-Qabid and Al-Basit connected?
They are complementary opposites: Al-Qabid withholds and Al-Basit expands — both under Allah's perfect management. The Quran mentions both in one verse (2:245), showing they are two sides of divine wisdom in managing creation.
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Understanding Al-Basit — A Complete Islamic Guide
Al-Basit (الْبَاسِطُ) is one of the names included in the traditional list of the 99 Names of Allah, commonly known as Asma ul Husna. Its English meaning is The Expander, The Extender. In Urdu, it is explained as کشادگی دینے والا، پھیلانے والا. This page explores its meaning and its place within the Mercy & Compassion theme.
Arabic Root: ب-س-ط (Basata) — to spread, to expand, to extend generously
Verified Quran occurrence count: 1
Understanding the Mercy & Compassion Theme
The category shown here is an editorial theme used to organize the names for easier study. Explore how Al-Basit relates to this theme through its meaning, relevant Quranic passages, and explanations supported by reliable sources.
Other Mercy & Compassion Names:
Ar-Rahman
الرَّحْمَٰنُ
The Most Merciful
Ar-Rahim
الرَّحِيمُ
The Bestower of Mercy
Al-Ghaffar
الْغَفَّارُ
The Constant, Repeatedly Forgiving
Al-Wahhab
الْوَهَّابُ
The Supreme Bestower, The Giver of Gifts
Al-Fattah
الْفَتَّاحُ
The Supreme Opener, The Judge, The Solver
Al-Latif
اللَّطِيفُ
The Subtle, The Kind, The Most Gentle
Reflecting on Al-Basit in Daily Life
Understand the Meaning
Study the meaning of Al-Basit and consult reliable Islamic sources to understand its context and significance.
Use in Dua
The Quran teaches believers to call upon Allah by His Beautiful Names (Quran 7:180). Consider the meaning of this name when making a supplication appropriate to its meaning.
Reflect on Its Meaning
Reflect on what this name teaches about Allah. Distinguish personal reflection from a specific religious practice or promised outcome that would require separate evidence.
Islamic Baby Names Derived from Al-Basit
Some Muslim names are formed using “Abd” or “Abdul,” meaning “servant of,” together with a name of Allah, according to established Arabic naming conventions. Check the Arabic form and the meaning of each suggested name carefully before choosing it. The names listed below are related suggestions, not necessarily direct derivatives of this particular divine name.
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