Al-Qadir الْقَادِرُ
Transliteration: Al-Qaadir
Meaning: The All-Capable, The Perfectly Able
معنی: قادر، ہر کام کرنے پر قدرت رکھنے والا
Arabic Root: ق-د-ر (Qadara) — to be capable, powerful, to have ability
Al-Qadir is the All-Capable — perfectly able to do all things without limitation. His capability is not the capability of effort and strain but of effortless will: 'Kun fayakoon' — Be, and it is. He wills and it happens, with no intermediate effort, no obstacles, no possibility of failure. Al-Qadir appears 45 times in the Quran, emphasizing that divine capability is total and without exception. This name directly confronts the human tendency to declare things 'impossible.' For Al-Qadir, nothing is impossible — the concept simply does not apply to Him.
Complete Meaning of Al-Qadir
Al-Qadir is the All-Capable — perfectly able to do all things without limitation. His capability is not the capability of effort and strain but of effortless will: 'Kun fayakoon' — Be, and it is. He wills and it happens, with no intermediate effort, no obstacles, no possibility of failure. Al-Qadir appears 45 times in the Quran, emphasizing that divine capability is total and without exception. This name directly confronts the human tendency to declare things 'impossible.' For Al-Qadir, nothing is impossible — the concept simply does not apply to Him.
Benefits of Al-Qadir
- 1.Calling upon Al-Qadir removes the feeling that situations are beyond Allah's capability
- 2.Reflecting on this name destroys despair — the All-Capable can handle any situation
- 3.It motivates asking Allah for 'impossible' things — nothing is impossible for Al-Qadir
- 4.Reciting Ya Qadir when facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles
- 5.It builds courage in dua — the All-Capable is being asked, not a limited human authority
How to Do Dhikr of Al-Qadir
Recite 'Ya Qadir, anta ala kulli shay'in qadir — iqdir li al-khayra haythu kaan wa yassirniy ilayh' (يَا قَادِر أَنتَ عَلَى كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِير — اقْدُرْ لِيَ الْخَيْرَ حَيْثُ كَانَ وَيَسِّرْنِي إِلَيْه) — This is adapted from the Istikhara dua, invoking Al-Qadir's complete capability to arrange goodness.
How to Use Al-Qadir in Dua
When facing the impossible: 'Ya Qadir, la yuajizukal shay'un fi al-samawati wa la fi al-ard — iqdir li hadha al-amr wa yassirhu li' — O All-Capable, nothing frustrates You in the heavens or earth — decree this matter for me and make it easy. The full Istikhara dua ends with: 'fa-inna Qadirtahu wa lam aqdirhu' — if You have decreed it and I have not — invoking Al-Qadir's unique capability.
Spiritual Lesson from Al-Qadir
Al-Qadir directly challenges human definitions of 'possible' and 'impossible.' The birth of Prophet Isa without a father was impossible. The splitting of the Red Sea was impossible. Prophet Ibrahim surviving the fire was impossible. In each case, Al-Qadir demonstrated that human categories of possibility do not constrain His capability. Whatever you are praying for that seems impossible — bring it to Al-Qadir and watch your categories expand.
Al-Qadir in the Quran
قُلْ هُوَ الْقَادِرُ عَلَىٰ أَنْ يَبْعَثَ عَلَيْكُمْ عَذَابًا مِنْ فَوْقِكُمْ
"Say: He is the [one] Able to send upon you affliction from above you."
إِنَّ اللَّهَ عَلَىٰ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ
"Indeed, Allah is over all things capable."
Prophetic Tradition
"Allah has ninety-nine names, one hundred minus one, and whoever believes in their meanings and acts accordingly will enter Paradise."
Al-Qadir is name number 69 of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah. Understanding and reflecting on its meaning — The All-Capable, The Perfectly Able — is a means of drawing closer to Allah and entering Paradise through the promise of the Prophet ﷺ.
Frequently Asked Questions about Al-Qadir
Q1.What does Al-Qadir mean?
Al-Qadir means 'The All-Capable, The Perfectly Able' — Allah can do all things without limitation, effort, or possibility of failure. His capability is expressed through will alone: 'Be, and it is.'
Q2.How many times is Al-Qadir in the Quran?
Al-Qadir appears approximately 45 times in the Quran, often in phrases like 'wa kana Allahu ala kulli shay'in Qadira' — And Allah is over all things capable. This frequent repetition emphasizes that divine capability is total and without exception.
Q3.What is the Istikhara dua's connection to Al-Qadir?
The Istikhara dua says: 'Allahumma in kunta ta'lamu anna hadha al-amra khayrun li... fa-qdurhu li... wa in kunta ta'lamu anna hadha al-amra sharrun li... fa-asrifhu anni' — O Allah, if You know this matter is good for me, decree it for me... if bad, turn it away — invoking Al-Qadir's unique capability to arrange all outcomes.
Name Information
👶 Baby Names from Al-Qadir
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🌟 Famous People with This Name
Abdul Qadir al-Jilani
12th century Islamic scholar and Sufi saint, founder of the Qadiri order, one of the most revered figures in Sunni Islam
Abdul Qadir al-Jazairi
19th century Algerian Muslim leader who resisted French colonialism and later became a respected Islamic scholar in Damascus
Understanding Al-Qadir — A Complete Islamic Guide
Al-Qadir (الْقَادِرُ) 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 All-Capable, The Perfectly Able. In Urdu, it is explained as قادر، ہر کام کرنے پر قدرت رکھنے والا. This page explores its meaning and its place within the Power & Majesty theme.
Arabic Root: ق-د-ر (Qadara) — to be capable, powerful, to have ability
Verified Quran occurrence count: 45
Understanding the Power & Majesty Theme
The category shown here is an editorial theme used to organize the names for easier study. Explore how Al-Qadir relates to this theme through its meaning, relevant Quranic passages, and explanations supported by reliable sources.
Other Power & Majesty Names:
Al-Malik
الْمَلِكُ
The King and Owner of All
Al-Aziz
الْعَزِيزُ
The Almighty, The Invincible, The Most Honored
Al-Jabbar
الْجَبَّارُ
The Compeller, The Restorer, The Repairer
Al-Mutakabbir
الْمُتَكَبِّرُ
The Supreme, The Possessor of Greatness
Al-Qahhar
الْقَهَّارُ
The All-Prevailing, The Subduer
Al-Qabid
الْقَابِضُ
The Withholder, The Constrictor
Reflecting on Al-Qadir in Daily Life
Understand the Meaning
Study the meaning of Al-Qadir 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-Qadir
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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"And to Allah belong the most beautiful names, so call upon Him by them." — Quran (7:180)