Important information about 114 Surah of Quran – [General Knowledge]

Surah NumberSurah NameMeaningRevealed InKey Facts
1Al-FatihahThe OpeningMeccaRecited in every prayer; summary of Quranic teachings.
2Al-BaqarahThe CowMedinaLongest Surah; includes Ayat al-Kursi and laws of worship and social justice.
3Aal-E-ImranThe Family of ImranMedinaDiscusses unity, faith, and the story of Mary and Jesus.
4An-NisaThe WomenMedinaFocuses on women’s rights, family laws, and inheritance.
5Al-Ma’idahThe Table SpreadMedinaDiscusses dietary laws, treaties, and the obligations of Muslims.
6Al-An’amThe CattleMeccaEmphasizes monotheism and Allah’s signs in creation.
7Al-A’rafThe HeightsMeccaStories of prophets and lessons from past nations.
8Al-AnfalThe Spoils of WarMedinaDiscusses rules of warfare and distribution of spoils.
9At-TawbahThe RepentanceMedinaOnly Surah without “Bismillah”; warns hypocrites and emphasizes repentance.
10YunusProphet JonahMeccaHighlights Allah’s mercy and the story of Prophet Yunus.
11HudProphet HudMeccaStories of previous nations and their fate for rejecting Allah’s message.
12YusufProphet JosephMeccaEntire Surah dedicated to the story of Prophet Yusuf.
13Ar-Ra’dThe ThunderMedinaDiscusses Allah’s power and the consequences of belief and disbelief.
14IbrahimProphet AbrahamMeccaDiscusses gratitude, monotheism, and the prayer of Prophet Ibrahim.
15Al-HijrThe Rocky TractMeccaWarnings to disbelievers and reassurances to the Prophet.
16An-NahlThe BeeMeccaHighlights Allah’s blessings and the signs of His creation.
17Al-IsraThe Night JourneyMeccaDescribes the miraculous Night Journey (Isra) and universal moral values.
18Al-KahfThe CaveMeccaIncludes stories of the People of the Cave, Dhul-Qarnayn, and others.
19MaryamMaryMeccaFocuses on the story of Mary and the miraculous birth of Jesus.
20Ta-HaTa-Ha (Mystic Letters)MeccaStory of Prophet Musa (Moses) and encouragement to follow Allah’s guidance.
21Al-AnbiyaThe ProphetsMeccaStories of various prophets; emphasizes monotheism and the Day of Judgment.
22Al-HajjThe PilgrimageMedinaDiscusses Hajj rituals, sacrifice, and the unity of believers.
23Al-Mu’minunThe BelieversMeccaCharacteristics of true believers; warnings to disbelievers.
24An-NurThe LightMedinaIncludes laws of morality, modesty, and punishment for adultery.
25Al-FurqanThe CriterionMeccaDifferentiates truth from falsehood; describes the qualities of true servants of Allah.
26Ash-Shu’araThe PoetsMeccaNarratives of past prophets and their struggles with disbelievers.
27An-NamlThe AntMeccaStory of Prophet Sulaiman (Solomon) and the Queen of Sheba; signs of Allah’s power.
28Al-QasasThe StoriesMeccaStory of Prophet Musa (Moses) and the lessons from his life.
29Al-AnkabutThe SpiderMeccaHighlights the trials of believers and the weak foundations of disbelief.
30Ar-RumThe RomansMeccaForetells the victory of the Romans over the Persians; Allah’s signs in creation.
31LuqmanLuqman (Wise Man)MeccaAdvice of Luqman to his son; emphasizes gratitude and wisdom.
32As-SajdahThe ProstrationMeccaDiscusses the creation of humans and the importance of prostrating to Allah.
33Al-AhzabThe ConfederatesMedinaDiscusses the Battle of the Trench, family laws, and the role of the Prophet.
34SabaShebaMeccaStory of the people of Sheba and their ungratefulness; Allah’s signs of power.
35FatirThe OriginatorMeccaEmphasizes Allah’s attributes as the Creator and Sustainer of the universe.
36Ya-SinYa-Sin (Mystic Letters)MeccaKnown as the “Heart of the Quran”; highlights resurrection and accountability.
37As-SaffatThose Ranged in RanksMeccaDescribes the ranks of angels; stories of earlier prophets.
38SadSad (Mystic Letter)MeccaStory of Prophet Dawud (David), trials of Prophet Sulaiman, and the fall of Iblis.
39Az-ZumarThe GroupsMeccaDiscusses sincerity in worship and contrasts between believers and disbelievers.
40Ghafir (or Al-Mu’min)The Forgiver (or The Believer)MeccaEmphasizes Allah’s mercy and forgiveness; story of a believer from Pharaoh’s people.
41FussilatExplained in DetailMeccaEmphasizes the Quran’s clarity; discusses signs of Allah and consequences of disbelief.
42Ash-ShuraThe ConsultationMeccaStresses consultation (Shura) among believers; Allah’s sovereignty and mercy.
43Az-ZukhrufThe Gold AdornmentsMeccaCritiques materialism and reminds of the Hereafter; mentions Prophet Musa and Isa.
44Ad-DukhanThe SmokeMeccaWarns disbelievers of a smoky calamity and highlights past nations’ destruction.
45Al-JathiyahThe KneelingMeccaDepicts scenes of Judgment Day and the fate of believers and disbelievers.
46Al-AhqafThe Wind-Curved SandhillsMeccaDiscusses past nations like ‘Ad and the consequences of rejecting prophets.
47MuhammadProphet MuhammadMedinaAddresses warfare, faith, and rewards for believers.
48Al-FathThe VictoryMedinaCelebrates the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah and promises victory for Muslims.
49Al-HujuratThe RoomsMedinaFocuses on social ethics, manners, and the unity of believers.
50QafQaf (Mystic Letter)MeccaReflects on creation, resurrection, and Allah’s knowledge of all.
51Adh-DhariyatThe Winnowing WindsMeccaDiscusses Allah’s power in creation and the rewards and punishments of the Hereafter.
52At-TurThe MountMeccaDepicts the Day of Judgment and the rewards of Paradise.
53An-NajmThe StarMeccaDescribes the Prophet’s journey (Mi’raj) and the importance of following divine guidance.
54Al-QamarThe MoonMeccaMentions the splitting of the moon as a sign; warns disbelievers.
55Ar-RahmanThe Most MercifulMedinaHighlights Allah’s mercy; contrasts Paradise and Hell; repeated refrain “Which of the favors of your Lord will you deny?”
56Al-Waqi’ahThe InevitableMeccaDivides people into three groups: the righteous, the companions of the right, and the companions of the left.
57Al-HadidThe IronMedinaDiscusses charity, humility, and the temporary nature of worldly life.
58Al-MujadilaThe Pleading WomanMedinaDiscusses issues related to family and social disputes.
59Al-HashrThe ExileMedinaMentions the expulsion of the Banu Nadir tribe and emphasizes Allah’s power.
60Al-MumtahanahThe Woman to be ExaminedMedinaAddresses relations with non-Muslims, especially during treaties and migration.
61As-SaffThe RanksMedinaEncourages unity and steadfastness in the cause of Allah; mentions Prophet Isa.
62Al-Jumu’ahThe FridayMedinaHighlights the importance of Friday prayer and reminds believers of their duties.
63Al-MunafiqunThe HypocritesMedinaWarns against hypocrisy and describes the behavior of hypocrites.
64At-TaghabunThe Mutual Loss and GainMedinaDiscusses accountability on Judgment Day and Allah’s omniscience.
65At-TalaqThe DivorceMedinaProvides guidance on divorce laws and maintaining justice in family matters.
66At-TahrimThe ProhibitionMedinaDiscusses incidents involving the Prophet’s household and stresses repentance.
67Al-MulkThe SovereigntyMeccaDescribes Allah’s power and creation; emphasizes belief in resurrection.
68Al-QalamThe PenMeccaHighlights the moral character of the Prophet and warns against arrogance.
69Al-HaqqahThe InevitableMeccaDescribes the destruction of past nations and events of Judgment Day.
70Al-Ma’arijThe Ascending StairwaysMeccaDiscusses the attributes of believers and the consequences for disbelievers.
71NuhProphet NoahMeccaDetails the story of Prophet Nuh and his call to his people.
72Al-JinnThe JinnMeccaMentions the Jinn’s reaction to the Quran and their acknowledgment of Allah.
73Al-MuzzammilThe Enshrouded OneMeccaEncourages night prayers and perseverance in the Prophet’s mission.
74Al-MuddathirThe Cloaked OneMeccaCalls the Prophet to rise and warn others; emphasizes the consequences of disbelief.
75Al-QiyamahThe ResurrectionMeccaDescribes the events of resurrection and accountability on Judgment Day.
76Al-InsanThe HumanMedinaHighlights the creation of humans and their free will; describes Paradise.
77Al-MursalatThose Sent ForthMeccaWarns of the consequences of disbelief and describes scenes from the Hereafter.
78An-NabaThe Great NewsMeccaDiscusses resurrection, the Hereafter, and Allah’s signs in creation.
79An-Nazi’atThose Who Drag ForthMeccaDescribes the angels’ roles and events of resurrection and accountability.
80AbasaHe FrownedMeccaAddresses a specific incident with the Prophet; highlights equality in Islam.
81At-TakwirThe OverthrowingMeccaDescribes cosmic events of the Day of Judgment and human accountability.
82Al-InfitarThe CleavingMeccaHighlights the splitting of the sky and human deeds being laid bare.
83Al-MutaffifinThe DefraudersMeccaCondemns those who cheat in measurements; contrasts the fate of the righteous and sinners.
84Al-InshiqaqThe Splitting OpenMeccaDescribes the splitting of the sky and the deeds presented to humans.
85Al-BurujThe Mansions of the StarsMeccaTells of the persecution of believers and Allah’s ultimate justice.
86At-TariqThe Morning StarMeccaEmphasizes Allah as the Creator and the certainty of resurrection.
87Al-A’laThe Most HighMeccaPraises Allah’s creation and guidance; reminds of the Hereafter.
88Al-GhashiyahThe Overwhelming EventMeccaDescribes scenes of Paradise and Hell; calls for reflection on creation.
89Al-FajrThe DawnMeccaDiscusses the fate of past nations and contrasts the righteous with the sinful.
90Al-BaladThe CityMeccaHighlights the challenges of life and the importance of righteous deeds.
91Ash-ShamsThe SunMeccaExplains the contrast between good and evil, using natural signs as examples.
92Al-LailThe NightMeccaEmphasizes the consequences of deeds and Allah’s guidance.
93Ad-DuhaaThe Morning BrightnessMeccaConsoles the Prophet, assuring him of Allah’s support and blessings.
94Ash-SharhThe ReliefMeccaHighlights Allah’s mercy and assures ease after hardships.
95At-TinThe FigMeccaMentions the sanctity of humans and their accountability.
96Al-‘AlaqThe ClotMeccaThe first revelation; emphasizes knowledge and creation by Allah.
97Al-QadrThe Night of DecreeMeccaDescribes the virtues of Laylat al-Qadr, the night when the Quran was revealed.
98Al-BayyinaThe Clear EvidenceMedinaAddresses the People of the Book and emphasizes the importance of monotheism.
99Az-ZalzalahThe EarthquakeMedinaDepicts the Day of Judgment, when the earth will reveal its burdens.
100Al-AdiyatThe CourserMeccaDescribes the behavior of disbelievers, contrasting their ingratitude with Allah’s blessings.
101Al-Qari’ahThe CalamityMeccaDescribes the Day of Judgment as a catastrophic event and emphasizes accountability.
102At-TakathurThe Rivalry in Worldly IncreaseMeccaWarns against worldly competition and reminds of accountability in the Hereafter.
103Al-‘AsrThe Declining DayMeccaStresses the importance of faith, righteous deeds, patience, and mutual counsel.
104Al-HumazahThe SlandererMeccaCondemns slander, greed, and arrogance, warning of Hellfire for such behaviors.
105Al-FilThe ElephantMeccaNarrates the story of the People of the Elephant and Allah’s protection of the Kaaba.
106QurayshThe QurayshMeccaHighlights Allah’s blessings on the Quraysh and calls for gratitude and worship.
107Al-Ma’unThe Small KindnessesMeccaCriticizes those who neglect orphans, the poor, and acts of kindness.
108Al-KawtharThe AbundanceMeccaA short chapter promising abundant blessings to the Prophet and urging prayer.
109Al-KafirunThe DisbelieversMeccaDeclares a clear distinction between monotheism and disbelief.
110An-NasrThe Divine SupportMedinaMarks the victory of Islam and advises the Prophet to seek forgiveness and glorify Allah.
111Al-MasadThe Palm FiberMeccaCondemns Abu Lahab and his wife for their enmity toward the Prophet and Islam.
112Al-IkhlasThe SincerityMeccaDeclares the absolute oneness of Allah; foundational for Islamic monotheism.
113Al-FalaqThe DaybreakMeccaA prayer seeking protection from external evils such as envy and harm.
114An-NasMankindMeccaA prayer seeking protection from the internal evil of whispers from Satan and humans.