Surah Al-Kawthar

The Abundance

سُورَةُ الْكَوْثَرِ

Surah 108 3 Verses Meccan
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About This Surah

Introduction To The Surah

Surah Al-Kawthar, meaning 'The Abundance,' is the 108th chapter of the Quran with 3 verses. This Meccan surah consoles the Prophet (PBUH) with Allah’s blessings, urging gratitude and worship despite opposition.

Revelation And Historical Context

Revealed in Makkah, Surah Al-Kawthar comforted the Prophet (PBUH) during personal attacks, promising divine abundance. It encouraged early Muslims to remain steadfast and grateful amidst mockery.

Key Themes And Tafsir

The tafsir of Surah Al-Kawthar focuses on Allah’s abundant blessings, including the river Kawthar in Paradise, and the call to prayer and sacrifice. It assures the Prophet’s (PBUH) enemies of their failure.

Benefits Of Recitation

Reciting Surah Al-Kawthar brings hope and strengthens faith. It’s believed to inspire gratitude, bring spiritual comfort, and offer 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-Kawthar consoles the Prophet (PBUH) with Allah’s blessings, urging gratitude, prayer, and sacrifice while affirming the failure of his enemies.

The surah is named 'The Abundance' after the divine blessings, including the river Kawthar in Paradise, promised to the Prophet (PBUH).

Reciting Surah Al-Kawthar inspires gratitude, strengthens faith, and brings spiritual comfort and divine blessings.

Surah Al-Kawthar was revealed in Makkah, comforting the Prophet (PBUH) during personal attacks and encouraging early Muslims.

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