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51. Surah al-Dhariyat(الذَّاريَات)

The wind that Scatters

This is a Makki Surah.  It belongs to the early Makkan period.  This Surah has 60 verses in 3 sections.

The Surah gives the good news of the emergence of a new community. It also warns the opponents of the truth that their time is about to end and the judgment of Allah is near.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. Falsehood is about to end.  The righteous shall be rewarded.  The character of the righteous people.
  2. Prophet Ibrahim and his angel visitors. The fate of the people of Prophet Lot.  Prophet Moses and the fate of Pharaoh. People of ‘Ad and Thamud and the people of Prophet Noah -peace be upon them all.
  3. Hasten to Allah.  Do not associate anyone in the divinity of Allah. Remind, the reminding will help the Believers.  The Judgment of Allah is near.

52. Surah al-Tur(الطُّور)

The Name of Mountain

This is a Makki Surah revealed in the early Makkan period. It has 49 verses in 2 sections.

The Surah speaks about the mission of Prophet Muhammad -peace be upon him.  He came to warn people about the consequences of their denial of faith and deeds of injustice and indecency. Those who are in doubt of his message let them produce a similar message.  Let them also produce any proofs supporting their wrong beliefs.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. Warnings about Allah’s coming punishment for the disbelievers.  Reward for the Believers.
  2. Questions to the disbelievers about their false beliefs. What are the evidences and proofs of these false beliefs?

53. Surah al-Najm(النَّجْم)

The Star

This is a Makki Surah revealed in the early Makkan period. It has 62 verses in 3 sections.

The Surah talks about the eminence of the Prophet -peace be upon him- with his Mi’raj and closeness to Allah.  It warns the disbelievers about the errors of their attitude towards the Qur’an and the Prophet of Allah.  Some of their wrong beliefs in the angels as daughters of God, intercession of the angels etc. are also mentioned.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. The Mi’raj experience of the Prophet Muhammad -peace be upon him. Gods or goddesses of the non-believers are mere conjectures and names without any reality.
  2. The angels are the servants of Allah.  No intercession can work against Allah. Allah is most forgiving, but He requires righteousness.
  3. Those who deny the truth they are standing against the power and majesty of Allah.

54. Surah al-Qamar(القَمَر)

The Moon

This is Makki Surah revealed in the early Makkan period.  It has 55 verses in 3 sections.

The Surah talks about the approaching Day of Judgment.  It describes some of the scenes of that Day.  It also tells us that Allah’s judgment may come here and now.  There are references to the flood that came at the time of Prophet Noah, the punishment of the people of ‘Ad, Thamud, People of Prophet Lot, the Pharaoh and his people.  It ends with the good news for the Believers who will be near their Lord in the gardens of bliss.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. The Day of Judgment is near. References to Prophet Noah, and to the tribe of ‘Ad,
  2. References to the Thamud tribe, Prophet Lot and his people.
  3. Pharaoh and his arrogance.  The opponents in Makkah are told whether they think they are better or more powerful than those nations. The wrong doers did suffer the consequences of their evil deeds.

55. Surah al-Rahman(الرَّحمن)

The Most Gracious

The opinions differ whether this is Makki or Madani Surah. According to some scholars this is a Makki Surah revealed during the early Makkan period.  The Surah has 78 verses in 3 sections.

The Surah clearly indicates that Prophet Muhammad is Allah’s Prophet and Messenger for both human beings as well as Jinns.  Allah’s many blessings and favors are mentioned in this Surah.  Human beings and Jinn are invited to remember these favors and not to deny Allah’s blessings. 31 times we are asked which of Allah’s favors are we going to deny.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. The various bounties of Allah.
  2. Everything is finite, but Allah is infinite. Everyone depends on Allah.  The warnings to the guilty.
  3. The rewards for the righteous.

56. Al-Waqi’ah(الوَاقِعَة)

The Event

This is a Makki Surah revealed in the early Makkan period. This is the seventh Surah of the group of Surahs that began with Surah Qaf (no. 50). It completes the subject of death, resurrection and divine judgment. The Surah has 96 verses in 3 sections.

The Surah talks about the resurrection that will definitely take place. It is a fact undeniable. The human beings then will be in three different groups. The faithful are of two types: those who are the pioneers and are foremost in their faith and struggle in the path of Allah.  They are a large number from amongst the earlier community and a small from among the later generations. Then the rest of the people are believers and those who oppose the faith. Allah’s rewards are for the faithful and his anger and chastisement is waiting for the opponents of faith.

The Surah then invites human beings to think about themselves and the things that they use daily and consider who created all these things. It talks about the Qur’an and its profound and consistent message and then finally reminds about death and the coming end of every being.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. The reality will come to pass. The humanity will be in three camps: people of the right hand, people of the left hand and the foremost in faith. The reward of the believers.
  2. The guilty and their punishment. Arguments about the Tawhid and Akhirah.
  3. The Qur’an and its consistent message. Reminder about death, divine  judgment and the reward and punishment.

57. Surah al-Hadid(الحَديد)

Iron

This is a Madani Surah revealed between the 4th and 5th year of Hijrah – time between the Battle of Badr and the Treaty of Hudaibiyah.  The Surah has 29 verses in 4 sections.

The Surah was revealed during the period when the non-believers attacked the tiny Islamic State from all sides.  It encourages Muslims to make sacrifices for their faith and be aware of the non-believers as well as the hypocrites in their own ranks.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. All knowledge and authority belongs to God.  Have faith in Allah’s power, make sacrifice and give charity for the cause of truth.
  2. Light and Life are for the Believers. The disbelievers walk in darkness. Warning to those who refuse to acknowledge Allah.  Sincere in faith  are those who are willing to sacrifice and help the poor and needy..
  3. The life of this world is temporary.  Compete with each other in doing good things to receive the eternal reward from Allah.  Prophets were sent to establish justice with authority.
  4. References to Prophets Noah, Ibrahim, and Jesus -peace be upon them all. All Prophets preached same message, but some of their followers went into extremes. The Christians thus invented monasticism for themselves. It was not commanded by God. The Believers are asked to have faith and walk in the light of Allah.  The final success belongs to the Believers.

58. Surah al-Mujadalah(المجَادلة)

The Disputation

This is a Madani Surah.  It was revealed around the 5th year of Hijrah after the Battle of the Ditches. This Surah came most probably after the Surah al-Ahzab (33). It has 22 verses in 3 sections.

The Surah talks about a bad social custom by which husbands in pre-Islamic times used to oppress their wives.  Some one would call his wife “mother” and thus would separate from her, but would not give her the divorce.  Allah condemned this custom.  The Surah also speaks about the hypocrites and other non-Muslim groups in Madinah who were involved in spreading rumors against the Prophet -peace be upon him.  They are given warnings here and Muslims are urged to be alert and careful.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. The custom of Zihar is condemned. The rights of women should be protected.
  2. Allah is aware of the secret counsels of the hypocrites.  Believers should not involve in such activities. The rules of gatherings in Islam.
  3. Be aware of the internal enemies also.  Do not take as patrons those who are the enemies of Allah and His Messenger.

59. Surah al-Hashr(الحَشر)

The Gathering

This is a Madani Surah revealed after the banishment of the Jewish tribe of Banu Nadhir from Madinah.  This took place after the Battle of Uhud in the 4th year of Hijrah.  This Surah has 24 verses in 3 sections.

The Surah talks about the banishment of Bani Nadhir and secret relations between them and the hypocrites of Madinah. It exhorts the Believers to be firm in their faith in Allah and gives some of the Beautiful Names of Allah.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. The Banishment of the Jewish tribe of Banu Nadhir.  The distribution of the spoils.
  2. The false promises of the hypocrites.
  3. The exhortation of the Believers to faith.  The Beautiful Names of Allah.

60. Surah al-Mumtahinah(المُمتَحنَة)

The Woman to be Examined

This is a Madani Surah.  It was revealed after the Treaty of Hudaibiyah and before the conquest of Makkah in the 6th or 7th year of Hijrah.  It has 13 verses in 2 sections.

The Surah deals with the relations of Muslims with non-Muslims.  It tells Muslims on the one hand not to take the enemies of Allah as their allies and patrons, but on the other hand it tells them not to consider every non-Muslim as their enemy.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. Do not take Allah’s and your own enemies as your patrons and allies.
  2. It is allowed to have friendly relations with those non-Muslims who do not fight you in your religion and do not expel you from your lands. Some rules related to women who migrated to Madinah and their husbands had not accepted Islam.

61. Surah al-Saff(الصَّف)

The Row or The Rank

This is a Madani Surah revealed probably in the first or second year of Hijrah.  It has 14 verses in 2 sections.

The Surah exhorts Muslims to defend the truth.  It tells them that this may involve fighting the enemies who may come to attack Muslims. The Surah speaks about Prophet Moses and his difficulties with his own people.  He told them to follow Allah’s rules and they did not listen to him.  Then Allah sent Jesus among them and he also reminded them about Allah and gave them the good news of the coming of Prophet Muhammad -peace be upon all the prophets and Messengers of Allah. But they continue in their stubborn denial. The Surah ends with the good news that the true religion will prevail in the end and Allah will give it victory.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. Struggle for the Truth. The light of Islam will shine more.
  2. The way of success for the believers is to struggle for the truth.

62. Surah al-Jumu’ah(الجُمُعَة)

Friday

This is a Madani Surah. It seems that the first part of this Surah was revealed in the 7th year of Hijrah after the Battle of Khaybar and the second part was revealed soon after the Hijrah in the 1st year of Hijrah.  The Surah has 11 verses in 2 sections.

The Surah talks about the negligence of Bani Israel in obeying the commands of Allah and becoming too much involved in worldly matters. They only carried the Books of Allah, but failed to follow these books.  Muslims are urged to observe the Friday prayer and should not get involved in business so much as to neglect the remembrance of Allah.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. Allah’s favor upon Muslims that Allah sent His Prophet among them to teach them and to purify them.  Bani Israel neglected the commands of Allah.
  2. Muslims are exhorted to observe the Friday prayers and always remember Allah.

63. Surah al-Munafiqun(المنَافِقون)

The Hypocrites

This is a Madani Surah revealed around the 6th year of Hijrah.  It has 11 verses in 2 sections.

The Surah deals with the phenomenon of hypocrisy. It criticizes hypocrisy and condemns the hypocrites. It also exhorts the Believers to be sincere in their faith and make charity.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. Criticism of hypocrisy.
  2. Exhortation of the Believers.

64. Surah al-Taghabun(التغَابُن)

Mutual Loss or Gain

This is a Madani Surah revealed during the early Madinian period.  It has 18 verses in 2 sections.

The Surah invites to faith, obedience of Allah and good morals. It warns about the evil consequences of misdeeds and about the coming of the Day of Judgment when the real success or loss will be manifest.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. Allah created human beings, some among them are believers and some non-believers.  He knows everything. He sent His Prophets to warn and remind.  Remember the Day of Judgment.
  2. Believe in Allah, purify your motives and be generous in giving for the cause of Allah.

65. Surah al-Talaq(الطلَاق)

The Divorce

This is a Madani Surah revealed in the 6th year of Hijrah.  It has 12 verses in 2 sections.

This and the following Surah al-Tahrim speak about family rules.  The spouses should follow Allah’s rules whether they have disagreement with each other or they love each other. In this Surah the proper rules of divorce are given.  Do not just say the words of divorce and separate yourself from your wives, but give them their rights. It also reminds the Believers to obey Allah and His Messenger.  Those who disobey Allah are warned the consequences of their disobedience.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. The Rules of Divorce.
  2. Warning to those who disobey the commands of Allah.

66. Surah al-Tahrim(التحْريم)

The Prohibition

This is a Madani Surah revealed around the 7th year of Hijrah. It has 12 verses in 2 sections.

The Surah tells the spouses not to ignore Allah’s rules in their love for each other.  It refers to an incident that took place between the Prophet and his wives.  This incident is used to instruct the Believers to understand the nature of Halal and Haram and to understand that the success and salvation in the Hereafter will not be based on family or tribal relations, but purely on faith in Allah.

Introduction to the Sections

  1. The rules of Allah are supreme. Save yourselves and your families from fire.
  2. Allah requires true repentance. Salvation is not based on family or tribal relations but on Iman and Taqwa.

 

67. Surah al-Mulk(المُلْك)

Dominion

This Surah has 30 verses in 2 sections.  It talks about the greatness of Allah and beautiful universe that He has created.  It reminds people that if they consider the laws of universe and travel in the land with open eyes, they will indeed see that this whole kingdom belongs to Allah and He controls everything.

68. Surah al-Qalam(القَلَم)

The Pen

This Surah has 52 verses in 2 sections.  The Surah tells us that the message of the Prophet is not the talk of a madman.  The writings of all scriptures bear testimony to the truth of this message.  It urges people to be charitable and help the poor and needy.  The story of the people of a garden is mentioned who wished to deny the charity to the poor and they suffered the consequence in losing everything. The Surah ends with the story of Prophet Jonah -peace be upon him. It urges the Prophet and through him his followers to continue this mission and not to give up in frustration.  The mission of Islam is for the whole world.

69. Surah al-Haqqah(الحَاقَّة)

The Inevitable

This Surah has 52 verses in 2 sections.  The Surah tells about the fate of Thamud, ‘Ad, Pharaoh, other overthrown towns, the flood that came in the time of Prophet Noah. It talks about the reward of the faithful and the punishment of disbelievers. At the end it reminds the people that this message is not poetry of a poet and something made up by the Prophet himself, it is the revelation of the Lord of the worlds.

70.  Surah al-Ma’arij(المعَارج)

The Way of Ascent

The Surah has 44 verses in 2 sections.  It talks about the ways of the ascent of the Believers.  The rise of truth will be gradual, but it is sure. The Surah talks about the problems of human beings in general, but those who believe their character is different. It warns about the coming doom of the disbelievers.

71. Surah Nooh(نُوح)

The Prophet Noah

This Surah has 28 verses in 2 sections.  This Surah talks about the preaching of Prophet Noah and then his prayer for the destruction of the disbelievers.  Thus Allah’s wrath came upon them and they were all destroyed in a flood.

72. Surah al-Jinn(الجِن)

Genie

This Surah has 28 verses in 2 sections.  The Surah gives assurance that the message of Allah will be accepted.  It talks about some Jinn (a hidden creation) who accepted the message and in this way gives a prediction that if the present people deny the message, then others, yet hidden, but they will accept this message.

73.  Surah al-Muzzammil(المُزَّمِّل)

The One wrapped in Garment

This Surah has 20 verses in 2 sections.  The Surah emphasized prayers and the reading of the Qur’an in prayers.  It tells the Prophet and all those who stand to preach the message of Allah to take their strength from the word of Allah.  Read the Qur’an and spend your wealth in the path of Allah.

74.  Surah al-Muddathir(المُدَّثِّر)

The One Enveloped

This Surah has 56 verses in 2 sections.  The subject of this Surah is da’wah of Islam.  The Prophet and his followers are told to stand up to remove the evils and vices from the society.  It also gives the warnings of the coming doom for those who deny the truth.

75.  Surah al-Qiyamah(القِيَامَة)

The Resurrection

This Surah has 40 verses in2 sections.  The Surah talks about the spiritual resurrection of the soul when it becomes aware of its Lord and it speaks about the physical resurrection that will take place at the end of the world.

76.  Surah al-Dahr(الدهر)

The Man

This Surah has 31 verses in 2 sections.  This Surah is also called al-Insan.  It speaks about the ways human being can attain growth and spiritual development.  The rewards of the Believers and the character of the Believers are also mentioned.

77. Surah al-Mursalat(المُرسَلات)

Those Sent Forth

This Surah has 50 verses in 2 sections.  In the previous Surah it was mentioned how the Believers receive the moral and spiritual perfection, now in this Surah it is mentioned how the rejecters of the truth have their downfall and are destroyed.

78. Surah al-Naba'(النَّبَأ)

The Great News

40 verses in 2 sections.  The Surah gives an important news or message.  It tells us that the Day of Decision is coming. This beautiful and orderly universe is pointing to the Day of Decision. Allah will bring all people to judgment.  The wicked will be thrown in the hell and the righteous will receive their reward from Allah.

79. Surah al-Nazi’at(النّازعَات)

Those Who Pull Out

46 verses in 2 sections. It speaks about Allah’s angels who take the souls at the time of death. As Allah has power to take away the souls, as He has created the whole universe, He also has the power to resurrect people after their death. The story of Prophet Moses and Pharaoh is mentioned to warn the people about the consequences of arrogant pride which leads to the denial of the truth.

80. Surah ‘Abasa(عَبَس)

The Frowned

42 verses in 1 section. The Surah begins with the incident of a blind man (Abdullah ibn Umm Maktum) who came to the Prophet to seek knowledge, while the chiefs of Makkah were denying the message. It talks about the greatness of Allah’s message.  Those who will accept this message they will benefit from it.  But those who deny this message they are bringing harm to their own selves.

81. Surah al-Takwir(التَّكوير)

Wound Round and Lost its Light

29 verses in 1 section. The Surah talks about the end of the world.  In a very powerful way, it gives us some of the scenes of the Last Day. All the natural power as well as the human power and authority will come to an end.  This is a serious message not the words of a madman.  The purpose of this message is to remind people to become morally upright.

82. Surah al-Infitar(الانفِطار)

The Cleaving

19 verses in 1 section.  The Surah reminds human being that Allah has given them a wonderful proportionate shape, but they and the whole universe are totally dependent upon Allah.  The creation has a purpose and the Day of Judgment will come.

83. Surah al-Mutaffifin(المطفِّفِين)

Those Who Deal in Fraud

36 verses in 1 section.  The Surah warns those who commit fraud in business. It reminds about honest dealings. The righteous will prosper. Allah has the record of every person.

84. Surah al-Inshiqaq(الانْشِقَاق)

The Splitting Asunder

25 verse in 1 section. This Surah tells us that this world has no permanence.  It also speaks about the record of deeds and the rewards of the righteous and the punishment of the wicked.  It reminds people to pay attention to the Qur’an.

85. Surah al-Buruj(البرُوج)

The Big Stars

22 verses in 1 section. The Surah speaks about the persecution of the Believers.  Allah watches over His own people and He will bring His enemies to judgment. The Surah warns the opponents of this message. Their end might be the same as that of many nations before who denied Allah’s message and persecuted the Believers.

86. Surah al-Tariq(الطَّارِق)

The Night-Comer

17 verses in 1 section.  Every thing in this universe is working under the protection and supervision of the great Keeper.  The creation of human beings as well as the creation of this universe is not a joke. The creation is a serious work of Allah and so is His word, the Qur’an.

87.  Surah al-A’la(الأَعْلى)

The Most High

19 verses in 1 section.  The Surah speaks about the praise of Allah the Most High. He created everything. He created the human being and gave him capacity to make progress. Man can make progress if he obeys Allah’s rules. The Qur’an is the message from Allah and He will guard it. The Prophet should continue giving the message to others. Those who accept it will benefit from it, but those who will reject it they will be the losers.  It talks about the ‘Akhirah and that this message is the same that was given to Prophets Ibrahim and Moses -peace be upon them.

88. Surah al-Ghashiyah(الغَاشِية)

The Overwhelming

26 verses in 1 section.  The Surah talks about the coming calamity that will cover everything.  The humanity will be divided into two groups: the frightened, tired and exhausted group, and the joyful and happy group.  Then the attention is drawn to this wonderful that Allah has created.  The Prophet is told to remind people. His mission is to remind only, not to impose the message. Allah will make the final judgment.

89. Surah al-Fajr(الفَجْر)

The Break of the Day/The Dawn

30 verses in 1 section. The Surah talks about the judgment of Allah: the reward and punishment that will take place in the hereafter.

90. Surah al-Balad(البَلَد)

The City

20 verses in 1 section.  The Surah begins with a reference to the city of Makkah where the Prophet was going through an experience of pain and suffering due to the denial of his people.  It talks about the different stages of human life.  This world is not the place of real comfort. Here is the test of human beings to do good deeds and then the final judgment will be in the Hereafter.

91. Surah al-Shams(الشَّمْس)

The Sun

15 verses in 1 section.  The Surah tells us that as there is a contrast between sun and moon, night and day, heaven and earth, so there is also a big difference between good and evil.

92. Surah al-Layl(الليْل)

The Night

21 verses in 1 section.  It has basically the same theme as the previous Surah, but it tells us about the two ways of life: good way and evil way and the consequences of both ways.

93. Surah al-Dhuha(الضُّحَى)

The Forenoon after Sunrise

11 verses in 1 section.  This Surah gives the message of hope and consolation.  It reminds about Allah’s blessings and the way the Believers should take these blessings.

94. Surah Alam Nashrah(الشَّرْح)

The Opening Forth

8 verses in 1 section.  The Surah tells us that the Believers should not give up under difficulties and stress. There will be ease after difficulties.

95. Surah al-Tin(التِّين)

The Fig

8 verses in 1 section. Four historic event are mentioned here and the conclusion is drawn that Allah’s judgment will come.

96. Surah al-‘Alaq(العَلَق)

The Clot

19 verses in 1 section.  The first five verses are among the first that were revealed to the Prophet -peace be upon him- in the cave of Hira.  Then the rest of the Surah was revealed when the message was presented to the people of Makkah and they began threatening the Prophet. The Surah speaks about the humble beginning of human beings, but the high position that they can receive if they follow the message of Allah.

97. Surah al-Qadr(القَدْر)

The Night of Decree (A Blessed Night)

5 verses in 1 section. The Surah talks about the majesty and glory of the Qur’an and the time in which  the Qur’an was revealed.

98. Surah al-Bayyinah(البَينَة)

The Clear Evidence

8 verses in 1 section.  The Surah tells us that Prophet Muhammad came with a clear message and a Divine Book.  This Book (the Qur’an) contains the basic message of all the Prophets of Allah. It also draws attention to the different ends of those who follow the right path and those who turn away from the truth

99. Surah al-Zilzal(الزلزَلة)
The earth quick

8 verses in 1 section.  This Surah talks about the life after death and that all deeds will be exposed on the Day of Judgment.

100. Surah al-‘Adiyat(العَادِيات)

Those Who Runs

11 verses in 1 section.  The Surah tells us the ungratefulness of man and where it leads him.  It describes the wild and unruly life style of the Arabs before Islam.  It also reminds us that Allah is aware of all the hidden secrets of human souls and He will expose them on the Day of Judgment.

101. Surah al-Qari’ah(القَارِعة)

The Striking Hour

11 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah gives the warning about the Day of Judgment.  It will be the day of great clamor. People will be scattered and the mountains will crumble. Only those whose balance will be weighty will prosper.

102. Surah al-Takathur(التَّكَاثر)

The Pilling up of Emulous Desire

8 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah talks about the evil consequences of materialism and this worldliness.

103. Surah al-‘Asr(العَصْر)

The Time

3 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah tells us that human beings are generally losers.  Then it says what is the way to success and salvation.

104. Surah al-Humazah(الهُمَزَة)

The Slanderer

9 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah talks about some of the moral problems that affect the wealthy and then it gives them warnings of the consequences of these evils.

105. Surah al-Fil(الفِيل)

The Elephant

5 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah reminds about the event when the Ka’bah was attacked by an army from the Southern part of Arabia, but Allah destroyed this army. It is the same God who protected the Ka’bah, His message is now presented by Prophet Muhammad –peace be upon him.

106.  Surah Quraish(قُرَيْش)

A Famous Arab Tribe

4 Verses in 1 section.  It reminded the people of Makkah that it was Allah who gave them honor and prestige among other tribes due to His House, the Ka’bah, so why not worship Him and obey His command.  It is similarly a reminder to others to worship Allah who provides everything.

107. Surah al-Ma’un(المَاعُون)

The Small Kindnesses

7 Verses in 1 section.  Religion means social service, helping the poor and needy.  The Surah tells us that the true belief in God and the last day create a kind and compassionate character.

108. Surah al-Kawthar(الكَوْثَر)

A River in Paradise

3 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah gives good news and comfort that Allah’s message will prevail and the enemies of the truth will be the losers.

109. Surah al-Kafirun(الكَافِرُون)

The Disbelievers

6 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah tells us that there cannot be any compromise in the matters of faith and worship. People are free to follow whatever religion they want, but the truth and falsehood cannot be mixed together.

110. Surah al-Nasr(النَّصر)

The Help

3 Verses in 1 section. This is a Madani Surah and according to most of the authorities this is the last Surah that was revealed to the Prophet –peace be upon him. The Surah reminds about the attitude of the Believer in the situation of success.  One should be thankful to Allah and seek His forgiveness for any shortcomings or mistakes.

111. Surah al-Lahab(اللهب)

The Palm Rope

5 Verses in 1 section’.  This Surah was revealed to condemn the behavior of one of the relatives of the Prophet who stood against his message.  The Surah gives a warning that those who oppose the message of Allah, they will be severely punished, regardless whether they are of the family of the Prophet or not.

112. Surah al-Ikhlas(الإخْلَاص)

The Purity

4 Verses in 1 section. This is a great Surah of Tawhid.  It speaks about the oneness of Allah.

113. Surah al-Falaq(الفَلَق)

The Day Break

5 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah reminds us that evil is lurching everywhere and any things can become harmful. One should always be conscious, do right things and seek Allah’s protection.

114. Surah al-Nas(النَّاس)

The People

6 verse in 1 section.  The Surah tells us that Satan is always against the human beings and he puts wrong suggestions in their minds.  We should seek Allah’s protection from Satan and his whisperings. This is a very appropriate ending for the Book of Allah. The Book of God is to provide protection from all evil and success under the guidance of Allah.