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الْقَوِيُّ

Al-Qawiyy

The Strong

Powerالقوة

Meaning & Explanation

Root: ق-و-ي(Strength, power, might)

Al-Qawiyy is the One whose strength is absolute and unlimited. His power never diminishes, and nothing can tire or weaken Him. He gives strength to His servants and supports those who strive in His cause with His unlimited might.

Quran References

2 verses

Context: Allah supports those who fight in His cause

إِنَّ اللَّهَ لَقَوِيٌّ عَزِيزٌ

Indeed, Allah is Powerful and Exalted in Might

— Surah Al-HajjAyah 40

Context: Allah's strength in providing

اللَّهُ لَطِيفٌ بِعِبَادِهِ يَرْزُقُ مَن يَشَاءُ وَهُوَ الْقَوِيُّ الْعَزِيزُ

Allah is Subtle with His servants; He gives provisions to whom He wills. And He is the Powerful, the Exalted in Might

— Surah Ash-ShuraAyah 19

Exemplifying Story

quran

Dawud Defeats Jalut (Goliath)

Reference: Surah Al-Baqarah 2:249-251

When Talut (Saul) led the believers against the army of Jalut (Goliath), many were afraid. Jalut was a giant, feared by all. But young Dawud, with a simple sling, faced the mighty warrior. He said: "Our Lord, pour upon us patience and plant firmly our feet and give us victory over the disbelieving people." Al-Qawiyy granted His strength to the young shepherd, and Dawud killed Jalut. Allah says: "So they defeated them by permission of Allah, and Dawud killed Jalut." The strength of Al-Qawiyy turned an unlikely champion into a victorious king.

Lesson

Al-Qawiyy's strength is not measured by size or numbers. He grants His power to whomever He wills, and the weak can defeat the mighty through Him.

How to Live By This Name

  • 1
    Seek strength from Allah when facing challenges
  • 2
    Use your strength in service of truth and justice
  • 3
    Remember that your strength comes from Al-Qawiyy
  • 4
    Do not oppress others with your strength

Du'a: Ya Qawiyy, strengthen me in faith and grant me power over my weaknesses.