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Ash-Shams — The Sun

Makki 15 Ayahs Juz 30
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Surah Ash-Shams is chapter 91 of the Noble Quran, revealed in Makki containing 15 verses.

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1

وَٱلشَّمۡسِ وَضُحَىٰهَا

Waalshshamsi waduhaha

By the sun and its brightness

2

وَٱلۡقَمَرِ إِذَا تَلَىٰهَا

Waalqamari itha talaha

And [by] the moon when it follows it

3

وَٱلنَّهَارِ إِذَا جَلَّىٰهَا

Waalnnahari itha jallaha

And [by] the day when it displays it

4

وَٱلَّيۡلِ إِذَا يَغۡشَىٰهَا

Waallayli itha yaghshaha

And [by] the night when it covers it

5

وَٱلسَّمَآءِ وَمَا بَنَىٰهَا

Waalssamai wama banaha

And [by] the sky and He who constructed it

6

وَٱلۡأَرۡضِ وَمَا طَحَىٰهَا

Waalardi wama tahaha

And [by] the earth and He who spread it

7

وَنَفۡسٖ وَمَا سَوَّىٰهَا

Wanafsin wama sawwaha

And [by] the soul and He who proportioned it

8

فَأَلۡهَمَهَا فُجُورَهَا وَتَقۡوَىٰهَا

Faalhamaha fujooraha wataqwaha

And inspired it [with discernment of] its wickedness and its righteousness

9

قَدۡ أَفۡلَحَ مَن زَكَّىٰهَا

Qad aflaha man zakkaha

He has succeeded who purifies it

10

وَقَدۡ خَابَ مَن دَسَّىٰهَا

Waqad khaba man dassaha

And he has failed who instills it [with corruption]

11

كَذَّبَتۡ ثَمُودُ بِطَغۡوَىٰهَآ

Kaththabat thamoodu bitaghwaha

Thamud denied [their prophet] by reason of their transgression

12

إِذِ ٱنۢبَعَثَ أَشۡقَىٰهَا

Ithi inbaAAatha ashqaha

When the most wretched of them was sent forth

13

فَقَالَ لَهُمۡ رَسُولُ ٱللَّهِ نَاقَةَ ٱللَّهِ وَسُقۡيَٰهَا

Faqala lahum rasoolu Allahi naqata Allahi wasuqyaha

And the messenger of Allah [Salih] said to them, "[Do not harm] the she-camel of Allah or [prevent her from] her drink

14

فَكَذَّبُوهُ فَعَقَرُوهَا فَدَمۡدَمَ عَلَيۡهِمۡ رَبُّهُم بِذَنۢبِهِمۡ فَسَوَّىٰهَا

Fakaththaboohu faAAaqarooha fadamdama AAalayhim rabbuhum bithanbihim fasawwaha

But they denied him and hamstrung her. So their Lord brought down upon them destruction for their sin and made it equal [upon all of them]

15

وَلَا يَخَافُ عُقۡبَٰهَا

Wala yakhafu AAuqbaha

And He does not fear the consequence thereof

Overview

Surah Ash-Shams (The Sun) consists of 15 verses. It covers foundational aspects of Islamic belief, moral rectitude, spiritual reflection, and obedience to Allah. Scholars emphasize its continuous recitation for spiritual growth, guidance, and divine protection.

Historical Background

Revealed in Makki during a crucial phase of Prophethood, Surah Ash-Shams addressed specific circumstances facing the early Muslim community, offering solace, timeless wisdom, and divine instruction.

Main Themes

  • Affirmation of Tawheed and divine wisdom
  • Reflections on creation, life, and the Hereafter
  • Lessons from past righteous servants and prophets
  • Ethical conduct and devotion in daily life

Benefits of Recitation

  • Brings tranquility, blessings, and divine protection
  • Increases comprehension of Quranic wisdom
  • Source of light and guidance on the Straight Path

Virtues

  • Reciting Surah Ash-Shams earns 10 rewards for every single letter read according to authentic Hadith.
  • Regular recitation strengthens faith and protects against spiritual heedlessness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the core message of Surah Ash-Shams?

Surah Ash-Shams emphasizes monotheism, righteous living, accountability before Allah, and seeking divine guidance.

Where was Surah Ash-Shams revealed?

It was revealed in Makki and contains 15 verses.

Authentic References

Sahih al-Bukhari · Sahih Muslim · Tafsir Ibn Kathir

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