alAdl

Al-Adl (Arabic: العدل) is a term meaning "the Just" or "justice." The root adl conveys fairness, equity, and balance, and the definite article al- marks it as a specific, normative attribute. In Islamic theology, al-Adl is commonly treated as one of the 99 Names of God, emphasizing divine justice in creation, governance, and judgment. As an attribute of God, al-Adl denotes that divine action is governed by justice, ensuring accountability and moral order within the framework of divine wisdom.

Al-Adl is also used as a personal name or surname in Arabic-speaking communities and among Muslims. In transliteration, you may see forms such as Al-Adl, al-Adl, or Adl. The term appears in philosophy, jurisprudence, and ethics to denote justice, fairness, and the rule of law; debates consider how divine justice relates to human responsibility and how justice is applied in legal and social contexts.

Outside religious contexts, the term appears in place names and institutions intended to reflect fairness or governance. It is related to other forms such as Adl, Adalet (Turkish), and Adil, all connected to the broader cultural and linguistic concept of justice in Muslim-majority societies.