الْعَزِيزُ
8. Al-Aziz
The Victorious
Meaning of Al-Aziz
The All-Mighty, the Invincible, the Honorable. His power is overwhelming and cannot be overcome. He is victorious over all opposition and His honor cannot be diminished. He grants honor to whom He wills and humbles whom He wills.
Benefits of Reciting Al-Aziz
- Instills courage and resilience in the heart, especially when facing powerful opposition or overwhelming challenges.
- Reciting 'Ya Aziz' can, by Allah's will, grant a person dignity and honor in the eyes of others.
- Provides a powerful defense against oppression, as one seeks refuge in the power of the Invincible.
Al-Aziz in the Quran
Mentioned 92 times in the Quran, often paired with Al-Hakim (The All-Wise) or Ar-Rahim (The Most Merciful), such as in Surah Ash-Shu'ara (26:9): 'And indeed, your Lord - He is the Exalted in Might, the Merciful.'
How to Make Dua with 'Ya Aziz'
Calling upon Al-Aziz is a plea for strength, honor, and victory from the One whose might is unbeatable. It is a source of courage when you feel weak or oppressed.
When Facing a Great Challenge or Enemy
"'Ya Aziz, grant me strength from Your strength and victory from Your victory. You are the All-Mighty, and nothing can defeat Your will.'"
When Seeking Dignity and Honor
"'Ya Aziz, grant me honor that comes only from You, and protect me from being humiliated or needing to bow to anyone but You.'"
For the Muslim Ummah
"'Ya Aziz, grant honor and victory to the Ummah of Islam. Raise us from our state of weakness and make us a source of justice in the world.'"
Frequently Asked Questions
In English, it means 'The All-Mighty' or 'The Invincible'. Its key benefit is providing spiritual and psychological strength. Knowing that the ultimate power is on your side when you are righteous gives you the courage to stand for truth, even when you are in the minority.
This pairing teaches us that Allah's overwhelming might is never used arbitrarily or unjustly. His power is always guided by His perfect wisdom. He applies His might in exactly the right way, at the right time, for the right purpose.
The Quran states, '...And to Allah belongs [all] honor, and to His Messenger, and to the believers...' (63:8). True honor ('izzah') is not found in wealth or status, but in obedience to Allah. The more you obey Him, the more honor He grants you.
Quick Quiz
Question 1: The name Al-Aziz signifies that Allah's power is:
Question 2: In the Quran, Al-Aziz is often paired with Al-Hakim (The Wise) to show that His power is always guided by:
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