What does azza wa jall mean?

Discover the meaning of the term azza wa jall (الله عز وجل) in Islamic vocabulary.

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Updated on 11 April 2026 at 1:05 AM

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Definition azza wa jall

An expression of Allah's exaltation joined to His noble name, meaning: Allah, the Mighty who cannot be overcome, the Majestic who deserves all exaltation and veneration.
When to say it? After mentioning the name of Allah to exalt Him ; At all times, as remembrance of Allah

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بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Mon 21 Jumada al-Awwal
الاثنين 21 جمادى الأولى

إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ وَمَلَٰٓئِكَتَهُۥ يُصَلُّونَ عَلَى ٱلنَّبِىِّ ۚ يَٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ صَلُّوا۟ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلِّمُوا۟ تَسْلِيمًا

God and His angels shower their blessings on the Prophet. O believers, you should also send your blessings on him, and salute him with a worthy greeting.

Al-Ahzab 33:56

Blessings on the Prophet ﷺ