Surah An-Nur, meaning 'The Light,' is the 24th chapter of the Quran with 64 verses. This Medinan surah, named after the Light of Allah in verse 35, guides the Muslim community on morality, modesty, and social conduct. It’s a radiant source of divine wisdom.
Revealed in Medina, Surah An-Nur addressed the growing Muslim community’s need for social and moral guidelines. It includes the famous Ayat an-Nur (Verse of Light) and addresses issues like false accusations, modesty, and family life, fostering a just and pious society.
The tafsir of Surah An-Nur emphasizes the divine light of guidance, rules for modesty, and the importance of protecting one’s honor. It addresses social issues like slander and promotes ethical behavior, urging believers to uphold justice and purity in their lives.
Reciting Surah An-Nur brings divine light to the heart, promotes modesty, and protects against slander. It’s believed to foster purity, strengthen community bonds, and guide believers toward righteousness and Allah’s pleasure.
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Surah An-Nur focuses on divine guidance, modesty, and social conduct, including the Verse of Light and rules to protect honor and promote justice in the community.
The surah is named 'The Light' after the Ayat an-Nur (verse 35), which describes Allah’s light as a guide for believers in their faith and actions.
Reciting Surah An-Nur brings spiritual light, promotes modesty, and protects against slander. It fosters righteousness and strengthens community bonds.
Surah An-Nur was revealed in Medina, providing moral and social guidance to the Muslim community as they built a just and pious society.
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