الْوَاسِعُ
Al-Wasiʿ
1. Explanation of the Name
Al‑Wāsiʿ comes from the root
و‑س‑ع (W‑S‑ʿ), meaning “to encompass,” “to be vast,” and “to extend.” This Name proclaims that Allah is
The All‑Encompassing, The Boundless, whose mercy, knowledge, and power extend beyond all limits.
As The Vast One, His mercy embraces every creature, His knowledge covers all things, and His generosity flows without restraint.
2. About This Name
Al‑Wāsiʿ appears in the Qur’an to remind us that nothing lies outside Allah’s scope—His care and provision reach all.
— Qur’an 7 : 156
Invoking Al‑Wāsiʿ reassures us that no matter how vast our needs or how deep our shortcomings, Allah’s mercy and support are limitless.
3. Spiritual Reflection
Reflecting on Al‑Wāsiʿ encourages us to trust in Allah’s infinite capacity to support and forgive, releasing all feelings of scarcity or limitation.
— Qur’an 2 : 152
What area of your life feels limited or constricted? Whisper “Yā Wāsiʿ” and feel Allah’s boundless mercy expand around you.
Identify one limiting belief or worry—surrender it in prayer and note how trusting in the boundless attribute of Al‑Wāsiʿ brings relief.