As-Sami السَّمِيعُ
Transliteration: As-Samee'
Meaning: The All-Hearing
معنی: سب سننے والا، ہر آواز سنتا ہے
Arabic Root: س-م-ع (Sami'a) — to hear, to listen
As-Sami is the One who hears everything — every sound, every whisper, every thought expressed in words, every heartbeat of a prayer, every sigh of the oppressed. His hearing is not limited by distance, language, number of simultaneous voices, or time. When Prophet Ibrahim (AS) raised the foundations of the Ka'bah and prayed: 'Our Lord, accept from us — indeed You are the Hearing, the Knowing' (2:127), he was invoking As-Sami for a prayer made in a barren desert, from thousands of miles away, thousands of years ago — and Allah heard it perfectly. As-Sami appears 45 times in the Quran, often paired with Al-Alim (The Knowing) — showing that His hearing leads to knowledge.
Complete Meaning of As-Sami
As-Sami is the One who hears everything — every sound, every whisper, every thought expressed in words, every heartbeat of a prayer, every sigh of the oppressed. His hearing is not limited by distance, language, number of simultaneous voices, or time. When Prophet Ibrahim (AS) raised the foundations of the Ka'bah and prayed: 'Our Lord, accept from us — indeed You are the Hearing, the Knowing' (2:127), he was invoking As-Sami for a prayer made in a barren desert, from thousands of miles away, thousands of years ago — and Allah heard it perfectly. As-Sami appears 45 times in the Quran, often paired with Al-Alim (The Knowing) — showing that His hearing leads to knowledge.
Benefits of As-Sami
- 1.Calling upon As-Sami guarantees that every dua, however quiet or desperate, is fully heard
- 2.It removes the feeling that one's prayers are going unheard — As-Sami hears the prayer of the tiniest ant
- 3.Reflecting on this name builds sincerity in speech — every word is heard by As-Sami
- 4.It gives courage to the oppressed who have no one to hear them — As-Sami hears their cry
- 5.Used in dua for the resolution of disputes — As-Sami hears both sides perfectly and judges accordingly
How to Do Dhikr of As-Sami
End every dua with 'Innaka anta as-Sami al-Alim' (إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ) — Indeed You are the Hearing, the Knowing — following the example of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) (2:127). This affirms that your prayer has been perfectly heard and known.
How to Use As-Sami in Dua
When feeling unheard: 'Ya Sami, isma' du'a'i fa innahu la yakhfa alayk shay'' — O All-Hearing, hear my dua, for nothing is hidden from You. The Quranic model: 'Wa kallama Musa takleema' — Allah spoke to Musa directly (4:164), showing As-Sami engages personally with those who call upon Him.
Spiritual Lesson from As-Sami
As-Sami transforms the believer's relationship with dua. You are never speaking into an empty void. Every word of your prayer is heard with complete attention by the One who created the concept of sound itself. This should make your dua more intimate, more honest, and more hopeful — you are speaking directly to As-Sami.
As-Sami in the Quran
رَبَّنَا تَقَبَّلْ مِنَّا ۖ إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ السَّمِيعُ الْعَلِيمُ
"Our Lord, accept from us. Indeed You are the Hearing, the Knowing."
قَدْ سَمِعَ اللَّهُ قَوْلَ الَّتِي تُجَادِلُكَ
"Certainly has Allah heard the speech of the one who argues with you."
Prophetic Tradition
"Allah has ninety-nine names, one hundred minus one, and whoever believes in their meanings and acts accordingly will enter Paradise."
As-Sami is name number 26 of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah. Understanding and reflecting on its meaning — The All-Hearing — is a means of drawing closer to Allah and entering Paradise through the promise of the Prophet ﷺ.
Frequently Asked Questions about As-Sami
Q1.What does As-Sami mean?
As-Sami means 'The All-Hearing' — Allah hears everything without limitation: every prayer, every whisper, every sound, in all languages, simultaneously, at any distance.
Q2.How many times is As-Sami in the Quran?
As-Sami appears approximately 45 times in the Quran, often paired with Al-Alim (The All-Knowing), showing that His hearing is always accompanied by complete knowledge.
Q3.What dua uses As-Sami?
Prophet Ibrahim's dua (2:127): 'Rabbana taqabbal minna — innaka anta as-Sami al-Alim' — Our Lord, accept from us — indeed You are the Hearing, the Knowing. This is among the most recommended duas after completing acts of worship.
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Abdul Sami al-Khatib
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Understanding As-Sami — A Complete Islamic Guide
As-Sami (السَّمِيعُ) 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-Hearing. In Urdu, it is explained as سب سننے والا، ہر آواز سنتا ہے. This page explores its meaning and its place within the Glory & Perfection theme.
Arabic Root: س-م-ع (Sami'a) — to hear, to listen
Verified Quran occurrence count: 45
Understanding the Glory & Perfection Theme
The category shown here is an editorial theme used to organize the names for easier study. Explore how As-Sami relates to this theme through its meaning, relevant Quranic passages, and explanations supported by reliable sources.
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Reflecting on As-Sami in Daily Life
Understand the Meaning
Study the meaning of As-Sami 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 As-Sami
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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