Surah An-Nahl, The 16th chapter of the Holy Quran, meaning THE BEE, articulates how diligent honey bees are in comparison to humans. With many of the 128 beautiful verses of this surah, The Almighty Allah discusses his amazing creations including mountains, how they make the earth firm. The sura also describes Almighty’s bewildering works in…
In Makkah, Surah An-Namal (The Ants) was revealed. 27th Surah of the Holy Quran having 93 verses in total. The 25th verse of this Surah has only one Sajdah. Verses from this Surah have appeared on many occasions. A brief overview Name Surah An Namal Makki or Madni Makki Surah Chapter 27th Verse 93 Rukus…
Surah Qaf is the 50th surah of the Qur’an and has 45 verses. It was revealed in Mecca and its name is derived from the first letter of the last verse of the surah. It is a Meccan surah and is classified as a Makkan surah. The surah focuses on the Day of Judgment and…
Surah Tahrim is the 66th surah of the Quran. It was revealed in Medina and consists of 12 verses. The surah takes its name from the word “tahrim” in verse 8, which means “prohibition”. Surah Tahrim addresses the issue of hypocrisy and backbiting. In verse 2, Allah says that He knows the secrets of the…
Surah Jumuah is the 61st surah of the Quran and was revealed in Medina. It is a short surah consisting of 11 verses and is typically recited in one rakah. The surah derives its name from the mention of Jumuah, or Friday, in verse 9. Surah Jumuah is generally understood to be about the importance…
Surah Humazah is the 103rd chapter of the Quran. It was revealed in Medina and consists of 11 verses. The title of the surah comes from the word “humazah”, which means “one who disparages”. This surah condemns those who mock and ridicule others, as well as those who are arrogant and think highly of themselves….