Surah Al-Furqan, meaning 'The Criterion,' is the 25th chapter of the Quran with 77 verses. This Meccan surah, named for the Quran’s role as a criterion between right and wrong, inspires believers to follow divine guidance and remain steadfast in faith.
Revealed in Makkah during a time of opposition, Surah Al-Furqan comforted Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the early Muslims. It defends the Quran’s divine origin, refutes disbelievers’ claims, and highlights the qualities of true servants of Allah (Ibad-ur-Rahman).
The tafsir of Surah Al-Furqan emphasizes the Quran as a criterion for truth, the characteristics of Allah’s righteous servants, and the consequences of rejecting divine guidance. It encourages humility, patience, and devotion to Allah’s path.
Reciting Surah Al-Furqan strengthens faith, promotes humility, and guides believers toward righteousness. It’s believed to offer protection and inspire devotion, helping Muslims embody the qualities of Allah’s true servants.
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Surah Al-Furqan highlights the Quran as a criterion for truth, describes the qualities of righteous believers, and warns against rejecting divine guidance.
The surah is named 'The Criterion' because it refers to the Quran as a guide that distinguishes between right and wrong, truth and falsehood.
Reciting Surah Al-Furqan fosters humility, strengthens faith, and offers spiritual protection. It inspires believers to embody the qualities of Allah’s servants.
Surah Al-Furqan was revealed in Makkah, defending the Quran’s divine origin and offering guidance to the early Muslims during a time of opposition.
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