Al-Majid الْمَاجِدُ
Transliteration: Al-Maajid
Meaning: The Most Noble, The Most Glorious
معنی: بزرگ، شرافت والا
Arabic Root: م-ج-د (Majada) — to be noble, glorious, distinguished
Al-Majid (as Al-Maajid) refers to Allah's supreme nobility, honor, and distinction. While similar to Al-Majid (number 48 — الْمَجِيدُ), this form (الْمَاجِدُ) emphasizes the active, participial quality — the One who is actively and continuously noble and glorious in all His interactions with creation. His nobility (majd) encompasses greatness in generosity, greatness in honor, and greatness in all virtuous qualities. This name appears in the Salawat (prayer upon the Prophet ﷺ) recited in every prayer: 'Innaka Hamidun Majid' — emphasizing that His nobility is always praised and always expressed through His actions.
Complete Meaning of Al-Majid
Al-Majid (as Al-Maajid) refers to Allah's supreme nobility, honor, and distinction. While similar to Al-Majid (number 48 — الْمَجِيدُ), this form (الْمَاجِدُ) emphasizes the active, participial quality — the One who is actively and continuously noble and glorious in all His interactions with creation. His nobility (majd) encompasses greatness in generosity, greatness in honor, and greatness in all virtuous qualities. This name appears in the Salawat (prayer upon the Prophet ﷺ) recited in every prayer: 'Innaka Hamidun Majid' — emphasizing that His nobility is always praised and always expressed through His actions.
Benefits of Al-Majid
- 1.Reflecting on Al-Majid deepens appreciation for the nobility of connecting with Allah in worship
- 2.Calling upon Al-Majid seeks a share of divine nobility through righteous character
- 3.It motivates noble conduct — servants of Al-Majid reflect His nobility in their dealings
- 4.Reciting 'Ya Dhal-Jalali wal-Ikram' invokes the combination of jalal and majid
- 5.Meditating on Al-Majid during Salawat upon the Prophet ﷺ deepens the understanding of divine nobility
How to Do Dhikr of Al-Majid
Recite the complete Salawat Ibrahim in every prayer with full awareness: 'Allahumma salli ala Muhammad wa ala ali Muhammad... Innaka Hamidun Majid' — O Allah, send prayers upon Muhammad and his family... Indeed You are Praiseworthy and Most Noble. The repetition of 'Majid' in every prayer makes this one of the most regularly invoked divine names.
How to Use Al-Majid in Dua
When seeking to embody noble character: 'Ya Majid, alhimni al-akhlaq al-karima allati tardaha' — O Most Noble, inspire me with the noble character You are pleased with. When seeking honor in dealings: 'Ya Majid, akrimna bi ta'atik wa majjidna bi dhikrik' — O Most Noble, honor us through Your obedience and glorify us through Your remembrance.
Spiritual Lesson from Al-Majid
Al-Majid shows that nobility flows from Allah and is shared with those who reflect His attributes. The Prophet ﷺ said: 'I was sent to perfect noble character.' The most noble human beings are those who reflect divine nobility — generosity reflecting Al-Karim, justice reflecting Al-Adl, mercy reflecting Ar-Rahman. Closeness to Al-Majid elevates the character of the believer.
Al-Majid in the Quran
ذُو الْعَرْشِ الْمَجِيدُ
"Owner of the Throne, the Most Glorious."
Prophetic Tradition
"Allah has ninety-nine names, one hundred minus one, and whoever believes in their meanings and acts accordingly will enter Paradise."
Al-Majid is name number 65 of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah. Understanding and reflecting on its meaning — The Most Noble, The Most Glorious — is a means of drawing closer to Allah and entering Paradise through the promise of the Prophet ﷺ.
Frequently Asked Questions about Al-Majid
Q1.What is the difference between Al-Majid (48) and Al-Majid (65)?
Both share the same root and meaning but differ slightly in Arabic form: الْمَجِيدُ (48) is the intensified form emphasizing supreme glory. الْمَاجِدُ (65) is the active participial form emphasizing continuous, active nobility. Both are noble divine attributes.
Q2.Where does this form of Al-Majid appear?
This form relates to the general Quranic quality of Allah's nobility (majd) expressed throughout the Quran and in the Salawat Ibrahim recited in every prayer.
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Understanding Al-Majid — A Complete Islamic Guide
Al-Majid (الْمَاجِدُ) 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 Most Noble, The Most Glorious. In Urdu, it is explained as بزرگ، شرافت والا. This page explores its meaning and its place within the Glory & Perfection theme.
Arabic Root: م-ج-د (Majada) — to be noble, glorious, distinguished
Verified Quran occurrence count: 1
Understanding the Glory & Perfection Theme
The category shown here is an editorial theme used to organize the names for easier study. Explore how Al-Majid relates to this theme through its meaning, relevant Quranic passages, and explanations supported by reliable sources.
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Reflecting on Al-Majid in Daily Life
Understand the Meaning
Study the meaning of Al-Majid 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.
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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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