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الْخَافِض
Al-Khafid (الْخَافِض)
The Abaser
Linguistic Origins & Arabic Root
Root: خ - ف - ض (Kh-F-D)
Etymology: Lowering, abasing arrogance, reducing worldly vanity.
Mention in the Holy Quran
“It will bring down [some] and raise up [others].”
— Surah Al-Waqi'ah (56:3)
Spiritual Significance & Contemplation
Al-Khafid brings low those who oppress others or exalt themselves with false pride, reminding creation that all honor stems from submission to the Divine.
Translations in Multiple Languages
English
The Abaser
اردو (Urdu)
سرکشوں اور ظالموں کو پست کرنے والا
Bahasa Indonesia
Yang Maha Merendahkan Kaum Durhaka
Türkçe (Turkish)
Zalimleri ve Kâfirleri Alçaltan