Surah Al-Hijr, meaning 'The Rocky Tract,' is the 15th chapter of the Quran with 99 verses. This Meccan surah, named after the land of the people of Thamud, reminds us of Allah’s power and the fate of those who reject His guidance. Its verses inspire reflection and humility.
Revealed in Makkah during a time of opposition for Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), Surah Al-Hijr comforted the early Muslims by recounting the stories of past prophets and nations, like Thamud and ‘Ad, who faced divine punishment for their disbelief. It reinforces the Quran’s divine protection.
The tafsir of Surah Al-Hijr emphasizes Allah’s creation, the stories of prophets like Salih and Lot, and the preservation of the Quran. It warns against arrogance and disbelief while encouraging trust in Allah’s plan and the certainty of divine justice.
Reciting Surah Al-Hijr strengthens faith and offers protection from evil influences. It’s believed to bring peace and remind us of Allah’s eternal truth. Many recite it to seek spiritual clarity and divine safeguarding.
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Surah Al-Hijr, or 'The Rocky Tract,' is named after the land of the Thamud people, whose story is mentioned in the surah, highlighting the consequences of rejecting Allah’s guidance.
Surah Al-Hijr focuses on the stories of past prophets, the preservation of the Quran, and the consequences of disbelief, urging reflection on Allah’s signs and justice.
Reciting Surah Al-Hijr strengthens faith, offers protection from harm, and brings spiritual peace. It’s a reminder of Allah’s power and the Quran’s divine protection.
Surah Al-Hijr was revealed in Makkah during the early prophetic period, offering comfort to the early Muslims and affirming the Quran’s divine origin.
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