Explanation

• Surah Al-Naml (The Ant) is named after the ants
• Mentioned in the story of the Prophet Sulaiman (AS).
• It is the 27th Surah in the Quran.
• No. of verses: 93
• No. of Rukus: 7
• No. of Sajdahs: 1 (verse 26)

Additional information: 

• Two surahs named after insects
• Surah An-Nahl (Chapter 16) — translates to "The Bee".
• Surah An-Naml (Chapter 27) — translates to "The Ant".

Note: Al-Ankabut (The Spider) is the 29th chapter. While it is a chapter named after an arachnid, it is often grouped together with these insect-named chapters.

Last updated 17 july 2026 by NA

Explanation

• Surah Al-Baqarah ends with a beautiful Dua (Supplication) in its last two verses (285–286).
• It includes the famous prayer: "Rabbana la tu'akhizna..." (Our Lord, do not take us to task if we forget or make a mistake).
• These verses ask Allah for forgiveness, mercy, and help.

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Explanation

• According to Shah Wali Allah: 5 abrogated verses
• Book: Al-Fawz al-Kabir fi Usul al-Tafsir
• Scholar: Shah Wali Allah Dehlawi (1703–1762)
• Subject: Naskh (Abrogation) in the Qur'an
• Known for: Reforming and simplifying Qur'anic interpretation

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Explanation

• Approximate occurrences: ~70 times
• Root letters: Qaf (ق), Ra (ر), Hamza (ء)
• Meaning: Recitation / that which is read
• Revealed to: Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
• Language: Arabic

Last verified on 16-05-2026

Explanation

• The first Surah of the Holy Quran is Surah Al-Fatiha.
• Total verses: 7
• Total words: 29
• Total letters: 139
• Position: 1st Surah of the Holy Quran
• Revelation: Makki Surah

Additional information:

• Surah Al-Fatiha is called “Umm-ul-Kitab” (Mother of the Book).
• It is also known as “Ash-Shifa” (The Cure) because it is considered a source of spiritual healing.
• It is also called “The Opening”.

Last verified on 09-05-2026