Alternative Spelling:
Al-Mājid / Al-Maajid / Al-Majed / Al-Maajed / Al-Majid
Meaning of Al-Majid
- Infinite glory and honor - Al-Majid signifies Allah’s supreme nobility and exalted majesty, beyond comparison or deficiency.
- Abundance and expansiveness - Classical lexicons connect majd with wide and overflowing goodness, indicating generosity that reaches far.
- Glory in essence and action - His being is intrinsically glorious, and all His decrees manifest wisdom, beauty, and perfection.
- Related to tamjīd - The believer responds with tamjīd (glorification), praising Allah in words, deeds, and states.
- Close to Al-Majīd - Scholars note a nuance: Al-Mājid stresses noble generosity and honor, while Al-Majīd emphasizes the vastness of glory and praise; many hold them as complementary and near-synonymous.
- Uplifts character - Knowing Al-Majid nurtures dignity, gratitude, and excellent manners, while removing arrogance and ostentation.
Examples of Al-Majid
- Begin supplication with glorification: "Subhānaka Allāhumma wa bihamdik, wa tamjīdan lak" to set a tone of honoring Al-Majid before asking.
- In moments of success, immediately attribute honor to Allah by saying: "Alhamdulillāh, Allāh is Al-Majid who granted this."
- When planning charity, give in a dignified, discreet manner that reflects the noble generosity of Al-Majid.
- During family disputes, uphold your own honor by speaking truthfully and gently, remembering you worship the One of perfect glory.
- In teaching or leading, aim for excellence with humility, seeking to mirror the value of nobility without arrogance.
- In daily dhikr, include phrases of tamjīd such as "Allāhu Akbar" and "Subhān Allāh" with presence of heart, mindful of His glory.
Root of Al-Majid
- Root: م ج د (m–j–d) conveying glory, noble honor, abundance, and expansiveness.
- Core nouns: majd (glory, high honor), majāda/majdah (nobility), tamjīd (glorification, extolling).
- Verbs: majada (to be noble, to be glorious), majjada (to glorify, to extol), producing the active participle Mājid (glorious, noble).
- Related Divine Names: Al-Mājid and Al-Majīd share the same root, with overlapping meanings of glory and expansive praise.
- Lexical notes: Lisan al-‘Arab and other lexica define al-majd as “wide-reaching nobility and honor,” implying abundance of good.
Duahs using Al-Majid
"O Al-Majid, make my heart magnify Your glory and beautify my character with noble conduct." "اللهم يا ماجد عظِّم مجدك في قلبي وزَيِّن خُلُقي بمحاسن الشيم"
"O Al-Majid, honor me with nearness to You and make my deeds sincerely for Your majestic Face." "اللهم يا ماجد أكرمني بقربك واجعل أعمالي خالصة لوجهك الكريم"
"O Al-Majid, as You are glorious and generous, pour upon us abundant mercy and grant our families dignity and unity." "اللهم يا ماجد بما أنت المجيد الكريم أَفِضْ علينا رحمةً واسعةً وامنحْ أهلَنا عِزًّا ووِئامًا"
Mentions of Al-Majid in Qur'an & Hadith
"إِنَّهُ حَمِيدٌ مَجِيدٌ" — "Indeed, He is Praiseworthy and Glorious." Surah Hud 11:73
"ذُو الْعَرْشِ الْمَجِيدُ" — "Possessor of the Glorious Throne." Surah Al-Buruj 85:15
"ق ۚ وَالْقُرْآنِ الْمَجِيدِ" — "Qaf. By the Glorious Qur'an." Surah Qaf 50:1
"اللهم ربنا لك الحمد... أَهْلَ الثَّنَاءِ وَالْمَجْدِ" — The Prophet’s praise after rising from bowing: "O Allah, our Lord, to You belongs all praise... You are worthy of all praise and all glory." Sahih Muslim
Reflections & Lessons from Al-Majid
- Dignity without arrogance - Knowing Al-Majid teaches us to value honor while avoiding pride.
- Abundant generosity - His expansive glory inspires us to be generous with time, wealth, and compassion.
- Excellence in worship - Glorify Allah with attentive salah, sincere praise, and refined manners.
- Honor in speech - Speak truth gracefully, avoiding insult or mockery, as befits servants of the Glorious.
- Resilience in trials - His majesty assures us that setbacks cannot diminish the honor He grants His servants.
- Community uplift - Seek projects that dignify the vulnerable, reflecting the noble generosity of Al-Majid.
Virtues Linked to Al-Majid
- Invoking this Name cultivates reverence, gratitude, and dignified conduct.
- Glorifying Allah with tamjīd strengthens humility and guards against showing off.
- Remembering Al-Majid motivates excellence and generosity in serving others.
- Reflecting on His glory brings hope that honor belongs to Allah and He grants it to whom He wills.
FAQs: Al-Majid
Is Al-Majid different from Al-Majīd?
Both come from the same root (m–j–d). Many scholars see them as complementary: Al-Mājid highlights noble generosity and honor, while Al-Majīd emphasizes the vastness of glory and praise. Both point to Allah’s perfect glory.
Is the Name found in the Qur'an exactly as Al-Majid?
The Qur'an describes Allah with the word Majīd (e.g., Hud 11:73) and uses it for His Throne and the Qur'an itself. The form Al-Mājid is affirmed by many classical lists of the Beautiful Names and fits the Qur'anic and linguistic evidence of Allah’s glory and noble generosity.
How should I use this Name in daily worship?
Begin and end du‘ā with glorification (tamjīd), saying, for example, “O Al-Majid, all glory is Yours.” Strive for excellence and dignified conduct so your actions reflect belief in the Glorious One.
Do I say “Yā Al-Majid” or “Yā Mājid”?
In vocative Arabic it is common to drop the definite article and say “Yā Mājid.” Both are understood, but “Yā Mājid” is more idiomatic.
Are there specific numbers or times for invoking this Name?
No fixed number is authentically established specifically for Al-Majid. Invoke Him often and especially at blessed times such as before Fajr, in sujūd, and on Fridays, while maintaining sincerity and presence of heart.
