Al-Hasib الْحَسِيبُ
Transliteration: Al-Haseeb
Meaning: The Reckoner, The Sufficient, The One Who Takes Account
معنی: حساب لینے والا، کافی ہونے والا
Arabic Root: ح-س-ب (Hasaba) — to reckon, to calculate, to consider sufficient
Al-Hasib carries two profound meanings: first, the Reckoner who will hold all creation accountable for their deeds on the Day of Judgment; second, the One who is Sufficient — 'Hasbunallah' (Allah is sufficient for us) draws from this root. He is the perfect Accountant who records every deed precisely and will render accounts on the Day of Judgment without a single error or omission. But He is also the One who is enough — you need nothing beyond Him. The Quran says: 'Sufficient is Allah as a Reckoner' (4:6). This dual meaning — accountability and sufficiency — makes Al-Hasib one of the most comprehensive divine names.
Complete Meaning of Al-Hasib
Al-Hasib carries two profound meanings: first, the Reckoner who will hold all creation accountable for their deeds on the Day of Judgment; second, the One who is Sufficient — 'Hasbunallah' (Allah is sufficient for us) draws from this root. He is the perfect Accountant who records every deed precisely and will render accounts on the Day of Judgment without a single error or omission. But He is also the One who is enough — you need nothing beyond Him. The Quran says: 'Sufficient is Allah as a Reckoner' (4:6). This dual meaning — accountability and sufficiency — makes Al-Hasib one of the most comprehensive divine names.
Benefits of Al-Hasib
- 1.'Hasbunallahu wa ni'mal wakeel' — the dua of sufficiency invoking Al-Hasib — is among the most powerful duas
- 2.Reflecting on Al-Hasib's reckoning motivates self-accounting (muhasaba) before the divine accounting
- 3.It removes reliance on people — Al-Hasib is sufficient and human support is secondary
- 4.Calling upon Al-Hasib against those who wronged you — He will reckon with them perfectly
- 5.It motivates record-keeping of good deeds — Al-Hasib's accounting is far more comprehensive than ours
How to Do Dhikr of Al-Hasib
Recite 'Hasbunallahu wa ni'mal wakeel' (حَسْبُنَا اللَّهُ وَنِعْمَ الْوَكِيلُ) — Allah is sufficient for us and He is the best Trustee. This is the dua Ibrahim (AS) said when thrown into fire and Muhammad ﷺ said when told enemies were gathering against him. Ibn Abbas reported: 'Ibrahim (AS) said these words when thrown into the fire. The Prophet ﷺ said them at the Battle of Uhud.'
How to Use Al-Hasib in Dua
When feeling alone and unsupported: 'Ya Hasib, hasbiy anta — la ahtaju ila ghayrik' — O Sufficient, You are enough for me — I have no need of anyone beyond You. When facing accountability: 'Ya Hasib, hasibni hisaban yasira' — O Reckoner, take me to account with an easy reckoning (referring to the dua for an easy reckoning on Day of Judgment).
Spiritual Lesson from Al-Hasib
Al-Hasib connects accountability with sufficiency — a profound pairing. The same One who will hold you accountable for every deed is the same One who is completely sufficient for all your needs. Self-accountability (muhasaba) — examining your deeds before Al-Hasib examines them — is the hallmark of the wise believer. Umar ibn al-Khattab said: 'Take account of yourselves before you are taken to account.'
Al-Hasib in the Quran
وَكَفَىٰ بِاللَّهِ حَسِيبًا
"And sufficient is Allah as Accountant."
وَكَفَىٰ بِاللَّهِ حَسِيبًا
"And sufficient is Allah as Reckoner."
Prophetic Tradition
"Allah has ninety-nine names, one hundred minus one, and whoever believes in their meanings and acts accordingly will enter Paradise."
Al-Hasib is name number 40 of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah. Understanding and reflecting on its meaning — The Reckoner, The Sufficient, The One Who Takes Account — is a means of drawing closer to Allah and entering Paradise through the promise of the Prophet ﷺ.
Frequently Asked Questions about Al-Hasib
Q1.What does Al-Hasib mean?
Al-Hasib means both 'The Reckoner' (who holds perfect account of all deeds) and 'The Sufficient' (Hasbunallah — Allah is enough). Both meanings are equally important aspects of this name.
Q2.What is the dua 'Hasbunallahu wa ni'mal wakeel'?
It means 'Allah is sufficient for us and He is the best Trustee.' This dua was said by Prophet Ibrahim when thrown into fire and by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ when enemies gathered against him. Ibn Abbas said: 'It is enough for you.' — meaning nothing more is needed when you have Al-Hasib.
Q3.What is Islamic self-accounting (muhasaba)?
Muhasaba is the practice of daily self-examination — reviewing your deeds, intentions, and shortcomings before Allah reviews them. Umar ibn al-Khattab said: 'Examine yourselves before you are examined, and weigh yourselves before you are weighed.' Al-Hasib motivates this practice.
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Understanding Al-Hasib — A Complete Islamic Guide
Al-Hasib (الْحَسِيبُ) 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 Reckoner, The Sufficient, The One Who Takes Account. In Urdu, it is explained as حساب لینے والا، کافی ہونے والا. This page explores its meaning and its place within the Glory & Perfection theme.
Arabic Root: ح-س-ب (Hasaba) — to reckon, to calculate, to consider sufficient
Verified Quran occurrence count: 3
Understanding the Glory & Perfection Theme
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Understand the Meaning
Study the meaning of Al-Hasib and consult reliable Islamic sources to understand its context and significance.
Use in Dua
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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.
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