Surah Maryam, named after Mary (Maryam, peace be upon her), is the 19th chapter of the Quran with 98 verses. This Meccan surah tells the stories of Mary, Prophet Jesus, and other prophets, offering comfort and lessons on faith and divine mercy.
Revealed in Makkah during a time of persecution, Surah Maryam provided solace to the Prophet (PBUH) and early Muslims. It recounts the miraculous birth of Jesus, the trials of Mary, and stories of prophets like Zachariah and John, emphasizing Allah’s mercy and power.
The tafsir of Surah Maryam focuses on divine miracles, the purity of Mary, and the prophethood of Jesus. It also highlights stories of other prophets, teaching faith, patience, and trust in Allah’s plan. The surah refutes misconceptions about Jesus and affirms monotheism.
Reciting Surah Maryam brings peace, strengthens faith, and is often recited for blessings in pregnancy and childbirth. It’s believed to offer protection and inspire devotion to Allah’s mercy and guidance.
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Surah Maryam narrates the stories of Mary, Prophet Jesus, Zachariah, John, and other prophets, emphasizing divine miracles, faith, and Allah’s mercy.
Surah Maryam is named after Mary, the mother of Prophet Jesus, whose story of faith and miraculous birth is a central focus of the surah.
Reciting Surah Maryam brings peace, blessings, and protection, especially for pregnancy and childbirth. It strengthens faith and devotion to Allah.
Surah Maryam was revealed in Makkah during a time of hardship for Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), offering comfort through stories of divine mercy.
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