الْوَكِيلُ
52. Al-Wakil
The Trustee
Meaning of Al-Wakil
The One who is the ultimate trustee and disposer of affairs, upon whom we can rely completely. He manages all affairs with perfect wisdom and care, and we can entrust all our concerns to Him.
Benefits of Reciting Al-Wakil
- Is the foundation of 'Tawakkul' (trust and reliance on Allah), which frees the heart from anxiety and worry about the future.
- Provides immense mental and emotional peace, as one hands over their burdens to the One who is most capable of managing them.
- Reciting 'Hasbunallahu wa ni'mal Wakil' (Allah is Sufficient for us, and He is the best Disposer of affairs) is a powerful tool against fear and distress.
Al-Wakil in the Quran
Mentioned 14 times in the Quran, including the famous verse '...And sufficient is Allah as a Disposer of affairs.' (3:173).
How to Make Dua with 'Ya Wakil'
Calling upon Al-Wakil is the essence of trust. It is an act of delegating your affairs to the Most Capable, after you have done your part.
Frequently Asked Questions
'Tawakkul' is the Islamic concept of perfect trust and reliance on Allah. It involves two parts: 1) Tying your camel (doing your best with the available means). 2) Entrusting the outcome to Al-Wakil (The Trustee). True Tawakkul is the practical application of believing in this name.
Absolutely not. That is a misunderstanding called 'tawaakul' (laziness). True 'Tawakkul' is to use all the means that Al-Wakil has provided for you (your intellect, your skills, your resources) to the best of your ability, and then to place your trust in Him for the result, knowing He is the best manager of affairs.
This was the statement of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) when he was thrown into the fire. He entrusted his affair completely to Al-Wakil. In response, Allah made the fire cool and peaceful for him. It is a phrase that demonstrates ultimate trust in the face of overwhelming danger.
Quick Quiz
Question 1: The Islamic concept of perfect trust and reliance on Allah is called:
Question 2: True Tawakkul involves doing your best and then:
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