Surah Az-Zalzalah, meaning 'The Earthquake,' is the 99th chapter of the Quran with 8 verses. This Medinan surah vividly describes the Day of Judgment, emphasizing accountability for every deed, urging faith and preparation.
Revealed in Medina, Surah Az-Zalzalah reinforced the reality of the Hereafter, using the imagery of an earthquake to depict divine judgment. It guided the Muslim community to focus on accountability and righteous actions.
The tafsir of Surah Az-Zalzalah focuses on the Day of Judgment, the earth revealing deeds, and the accountability of every action, no matter how small. It urges believers to prepare through faith and good deeds.
Reciting Surah Az-Zalzalah fosters awareness of divine accountability and strengthens faith. It’s believed to inspire righteousness, bring spiritual clarity, and offer divine protection.
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Surah Az-Zalzalah describes the Day of Judgment, emphasizing accountability for every deed and urging faith and preparation.
The surah is named 'The Earthquake' after the opening verse, which describes the earth shaking on the Day of Judgment.
Reciting Surah Az-Zalzalah fosters awareness of accountability, strengthens faith, and brings spiritual clarity and divine protection.
Surah Az-Zalzalah was revealed in Medina, reinforcing the reality of the Hereafter for the Muslim community.
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