Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram
| Name | Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram |
| Arabic | ذو الجلال والإكرام |
| English meaning | Lord of Majesty and Bounty |
| Urdu meaning (اردو) | عظمت اور کرم والا |
| Number | 85 of 99 |
| Invocation | Ya Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram — “O Lord of Majesty and Bounty” |
The meaning of Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram
Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram (ذو الجلال والإكرام) is the 85th of the ninety-nine names of Allah, the Asma-ul-Husna (“most beautiful names”). It carries the meaning “Lord of Majesty and Bounty” — rendered in Urdu as عظمت اور کرم والا. To affirm this name is to believe that this quality belongs to Allah completely and perfectly, in a way beyond any limit found in creation.
Reflecting on this name
Each of Allah's names invites reflection, not just memorisation. When a believer calls upon Allah as Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram, they turn to Him precisely as “Lord of Majesty and Bounty” — seeking from Him what this attribute promises, and shaping their own character in humility before it. The scholars taught that truly enumerating the names (as in the hadith below) means learning them, believing in them and living by their meanings, not merely counting them.
How Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram is recited
This name is remembered as part of the Asma-ul-Husna in dhikr (remembrance) and du'a. It is commonly invoked in the form “Ya Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram” (یا ذو الجلال والإكرام) — “O Lord of Majesty and Bounty” — while reflecting on its meaning. Muslims may recite the full set of ninety-nine names, or focus on individual names in personal supplication. There is no fixed count required for reward; the value lies in sincerity and understanding.
Frequently asked questions
What does Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram mean?
Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram (ذو الجلال والإكرام) means “. In Urdu it is “. It is name number 85 of the ninety-nine names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna).
What is Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram in Urdu?
In Urdu, Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram (ذو الجلال والإكرام) means “. The English meaning is “.
Which number is Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram among the 99 names?
Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram is the 85th of the ninety-nine beautiful names of Allah (Asma-ul-Husna), in the well-known at-Tirmidhi enumeration.
How do you recite Dhul-Jalali-wal-Ikram?
It is often recited as “Ya (يا ذو الجلال والإكرام) — “O — within dhikr and du'a, along with the other names of Asma-ul-Husna, reflecting on its meaning.
How many names of Allah are there?
There are ninety-nine names of Allah, known as Asma-ul-Husna (the most beautiful names), taught in the Quran and the Sunnah.