Sabeel An-Nur

الْكَبِيرُ

Al-Kabir

1. Explanation of the Name

Al‑Kabīr comes from the root ك‑ب‑ر (K‑B‑R), meaning “to be great,” “to be vast,” and “to be magnificent.” This Name proclaims that Allah is The Most Great, whose greatness and majesty encompass all things and exceed every measure.

As The Supreme in Grandeur, His presence fills the heavens and the earth; every manifestation of greatness ultimately reflects His infinite glory.

2. About This Name

Al‑Kabīr appears in the Qur’an to remind us of Allah’s unrivaled greatness and the grandeur of His creation.

“He is Allah, other than whom there is no deity, Knower of the unseen and the witnessed, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful, the Sovereign, the Pure, the Perfection, the Bestower of Faith, the Overseer, the Exalted in Might, the Compeller, the Superior, the Most Generous, the Forgiving, the Responsive, the Majestic, the Most Great (Al‑Kabīr), the Preserver of Faith, the Preserver of Safety…”
— Qur’an 59 : 23

Recognizing Allah as Al‑Kabīr deepens our awe and inspires us to magnify His greatness in our worship and gratitude.

3. Spiritual Reflection

Reflecting on Al‑Kabīr invites us to see beyond our limited perspective and trust in Allah’s grand design, knowing His purposes are vast and perfect.

“And whatever of blessings and good things you have, it is from Allah.”
— Qur’an 16 : 53
Reflection prompt:
When have you witnessed a display of greatness—nature, art, or human kindness—that pointed you back to Allah’s majesty? Whisper “Yā Kabīr” and let your heart expand in awe.
Action step:
Choose one moment today to pause and reflect on Allah’s greatness—whether through a glimpse of nature or a verse of praise—and record how it uplifts your spirit.
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