Surah Al-Ikhlas

The Sincerity

سُورَةُ الْإِخْلَاصِ

Surah 112 4 Verses Meccan
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About This Surah

Introduction To The Surah

Surah Al-Ikhlas, meaning 'The Sincerity,' is the 112th chapter of the Quran with 4 verses. This Meccan surah beautifully describes Allah’s oneness, emphasizing pure monotheism and devotion to Him.

Revelation And Historical Context

Revealed in Makkah, Surah Al-Ikhlas responded to questions about Allah’s nature, affirming His absolute oneness. It strengthened early Muslims’ faith in tawhid amidst polytheistic opposition.

Key Themes And Tafsir

The tafsir of Surah Al-Ikhlas focuses on Allah’s oneness, His self-sufficiency, and His transcendence above creation. It emphasizes sincere devotion and the core of Islamic monotheism.

Benefits Of Recitation

Reciting Surah Al-Ikhlas, equivalent to one-third of the Quran, strengthens tawhid and faith. It’s believed to bring spiritual purity, protection, and divine blessings.

Reciter Mishary Rashid Alafasy

Mishary Rashid Alafasy

Style: Murattal

Mishary Rashid Alafasy is a Kuwaiti reciter and imam. He is known for his unique vocal control and deeply moving recitation style, which has made him one of the most recognized reciters globally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Surah Al-Ikhlas describes Allah’s absolute oneness, emphasizing pure monotheism and sincere devotion to Him.

The surah is named 'The Sincerity' for its pure declaration of Allah’s oneness, embodying sincere faith in tawhid.

Reciting Surah Al-Ikhlas strengthens tawhid, offers spiritual purity, protection, and divine blessings, equivalent to one-third of the Quran.

Surah Al-Ikhlas was revealed in Makkah, affirming Allah’s oneness amidst polytheistic opposition.

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