Surah Al-A’la, meaning 'The Most High,' is the 87th chapter of the Quran with 19 verses. This Meccan surah glorifies Allah’s supremacy, highlights His guidance, and urges believers to purify their hearts and prepare for the Hereafter.
Revealed early in Makkah, Surah Al-A’la encouraged the Prophet (PBUH) to glorify Allah and proclaim His message. It strengthened early Muslims’ faith, emphasizing divine guidance amidst disbelief and persecution.
The tafsir of Surah Al-A’la focuses on Allah’s supreme power, the guidance of the Quran, and the importance of spiritual purification. It contrasts the fates of those who heed divine guidance with those who reject it.
Reciting Surah Al-A’la, often part of Friday prayers, deepens devotion and spiritual purity. It’s believed to bring blessings, strengthen faith, and inspire mindfulness of Allah’s greatness.
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Surah Al-A’la glorifies Allah’s supremacy, highlights His guidance through the Quran, and urges spiritual purification and preparation for the Hereafter.
The surah is named 'The Most High' after its opening verse, which calls to glorify Allah, emphasizing His supreme power.
Reciting Surah Al-A’la deepens devotion, fosters spiritual purity, and brings blessings, often recited in Friday prayers.
Surah Al-A’la was revealed early in Makkah, encouraging the Prophet (PBUH) and early Muslims to glorify Allah amidst challenges.
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