Explanation

• The story of Prophet Sulaiman (A.S) and the Queen of Sheba (Bilqis) is mentioned in the Holy Quran.
• It highlights Prophet Sulaiman’s wisdom, power, and communication with animals.
• The Queen of Sheba ruled Yemen and later accepted Islam.
• The story shows the power of truth and divine guidance.
• It is found in Surah An-Naml (27th).
• Surah An-Naml also means “The Ants.”

Last verified on 16-05-2026

Explanation

• In Islamic thought, Deen is a comprehensive way of life that guides both personal conduct and collective affairs.
• Deen includes beliefs (Aqeedah), worship (Ibadah), moral values (Akhlaq), and social responsibilities.
• It provides guidance on family life, business dealings, justice, human rights, and relations with others.
• The Holy Quran states: “Indeed, the religion in the sight of Allah is Islam” (Surah Aal-e-Imran, 3:19).

Last verified on 19-10-2026

Explanation

• The word Islam is derived from the Arabic root س ل م (S-L-M), associated with peace, safety, and submission.
• Islam means submission and obedience to Allah, while the related Arabic words convey meanings associated with peace and security.
• A key concept in Islam is submitting to the will of Allah and seeking peace through obedience to Him.

Last verified on 16-10-2026

Explanation

• Al-Tauba does not begin with Bismillah.
• It is known by two names - At-Taubah and Al-Baraat.
• Surah Tauba is in 10 Parah.
• The number of Rukus in Surah Tauba is 16.
  
  
  

Additional information:

• Bismillah is repeated in the Holy Quran 114 Times.
• Surah Naml surah of the Holy Quran has Bismillah twice.

Last verified on 01-04-2026

Explanation

• Surah Al-Baqarah is the longest chapter (surah) in the Holy Quran
• Chapter Number: 2nd chapter in the Quran.
• Meaning: "The Cow" or "The Heifer".
• Verse Count: 286 verses (ayat).
• Length: Spans about 2.5 parts (juz') of the Quran
• .Place of Revelation: Madinah. 
• It derives its name from the story of the cow (vv. 67-73).
• Verse 282, the longest verse, is known as 'āyatu d-dayn.
• It consists of 25,500 letters.
• The chapter has 40 Rukus.

Additional information:

• Surah Al-Kausar is the shortest surah of the Holy Quran.
• Surah Aal-e-Imran is the second-longest surah of the Holy Quran.

Last updated NA on 10-09-2026

Explanation

• Total Surahs: 114
• Total Paras (Juz): 30
• Total Manzils: 7
• Sajda-e-Tilawat: 14
• First Surah: Al-Fatihah
• Last Surah: An-Nas
• Longest Surah: Al-Baqarah
• Shortest Surah: Al-Kawthar

Explanation

• Total Occurrences in the Quran: 32 times
• Makki Surahs: 22 times
• Madani Surahs: 10 times

Additional information:

• Status: 3rd Pillar of Islam.
• Obligation: Made obligatory in 2 AH.
• Rate: 2.5% on qualifying wealth.
• Nisab (Gold): Approximately 87.48 grams.
• Nisab (Silver): Approximately 612.36 grams.
• Recipients: 8 categories mentioned in Surah At-Tawbah (9:60).

Explanation

• Arabic Text: رَبِّ زِدْنِي عِلْمًا
• Transliteration: Rabbi zidni 'ilma
• Translation: "My Lord, increase me in knowledge"
• Location: Surah Taha, Ayah 114

Explanation

• Makki Surahs: 86
• Madani Surahs: 28
• Total Surahs: 114
• Makki Period: ~13 years
• Revelation Place: Makkah

Additional information:

• Makki Surahs mainly emphasize faith (Iman)
• Madani Surahs focus on law and social system
• First revelation occurred in Hira Cave (610 CE)
• Last revelation completed in 632 CE
• Quran contains 11 Sajdah in Makki Surahs and 3 in Madani Surahs

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• Surah Yaseen is known as the "Heart of the Holy Quran."
• It is the 36th chapter of the Quran.
• It contains 83 verses.
• It is regarded as an earlier Meccan surah.

Additional information:

• Surah Ar-Rahman: "Aroos ul Quran" (the Bride of the Quran).
• Al-Fatihah (The Opening)
• Al-Baqarah (The Cow)
• Aali Imran (The Family of Imran)
• An-Nisa (The Women)
• Al-Maidah (The Table)

Last verified on 15-07-2026