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

Surah Number Surah Name Meaning Revealed In Key Facts
1 Al-Fatihah The Opening Mecca Recited in every prayer; summary of Quranic teachings.
2 Al-Baqarah The Cow Medina Longest Surah; includes Ayat al-Kursi and laws of worship and social justice.
3 Aal-E-Imran The Family of Imran Medina Discusses unity, faith, and the story of Mary and Jesus.
4 An-Nisa The Women Medina Focuses on women’s rights, family laws, and inheritance.
5 Al-Ma’idah The Table Spread Medina Discusses dietary laws, treaties, and the obligations of Muslims.
6 Al-An’am The Cattle Mecca Emphasizes monotheism and Allah’s signs in creation.
7 Al-A’raf The Heights Mecca Stories of prophets and lessons from past nations.
8 Al-Anfal The Spoils of War Medina Discusses rules of warfare and distribution of spoils.
9 At-Tawbah The Repentance Medina Only Surah without “Bismillah”; warns hypocrites and emphasizes repentance.
10 Yunus Prophet Jonah Mecca Highlights Allah’s mercy and the story of Prophet Yunus.
11 Hud Prophet Hud Mecca Stories of previous nations and their fate for rejecting Allah’s message.
12 Yusuf Prophet Joseph Mecca Entire Surah dedicated to the story of Prophet Yusuf.
13 Ar-Ra’d The Thunder Medina Discusses Allah’s power and the consequences of belief and disbelief.
14 Ibrahim Prophet Abraham Mecca Discusses gratitude, monotheism, and the prayer of Prophet Ibrahim.
15 Al-Hijr The Rocky Tract Mecca Warnings to disbelievers and reassurances to the Prophet.
16 An-Nahl The Bee Mecca Highlights Allah’s blessings and the signs of His creation.
17 Al-Isra The Night Journey Mecca Describes the miraculous Night Journey (Isra) and universal moral values.
18 Al-Kahf The Cave Mecca Includes stories of the People of the Cave, Dhul-Qarnayn, and others.
19 Maryam Mary Mecca Focuses on the story of Mary and the miraculous birth of Jesus.
20 Ta-Ha Ta-Ha (Mystic Letters) Mecca Story of Prophet Musa (Moses) and encouragement to follow Allah’s guidance.
21 Al-Anbiya The Prophets Mecca Stories of various prophets; emphasizes monotheism and the Day of Judgment.
22 Al-Hajj The Pilgrimage Medina Discusses Hajj rituals, sacrifice, and the unity of believers.
23 Al-Mu’minun The Believers Mecca Characteristics of true believers; warnings to disbelievers.
24 An-Nur The Light Medina Includes laws of morality, modesty, and punishment for adultery.
25 Al-Furqan The Criterion Mecca Differentiates truth from falsehood; describes the qualities of true servants of Allah.
26 Ash-Shu’ara The Poets Mecca Narratives of past prophets and their struggles with disbelievers.
27 An-Naml The Ant Mecca Story of Prophet Sulaiman (Solomon) and the Queen of Sheba; signs of Allah’s power.
28 Al-Qasas The Stories Mecca Story of Prophet Musa (Moses) and the lessons from his life.
29 Al-Ankabut The Spider Mecca Highlights the trials of believers and the weak foundations of disbelief.
30 Ar-Rum The Romans Mecca Foretells the victory of the Romans over the Persians; Allah’s signs in creation.
31 Luqman Luqman (Wise Man) Mecca Advice of Luqman to his son; emphasizes gratitude and wisdom.
32 As-Sajdah The Prostration Mecca Discusses the creation of humans and the importance of prostrating to Allah.
33 Al-Ahzab The Confederates Medina Discusses the Battle of the Trench, family laws, and the role of the Prophet.
34 Saba Sheba Mecca Story of the people of Sheba and their ungratefulness; Allah’s signs of power.
35 Fatir The Originator Mecca Emphasizes Allah’s attributes as the Creator and Sustainer of the universe.
36 Ya-Sin Ya-Sin (Mystic Letters) Mecca Known as the “Heart of the Quran”; highlights resurrection and accountability.
37 As-Saffat Those Ranged in Ranks Mecca Describes the ranks of angels; stories of earlier prophets.
38 Sad Sad (Mystic Letter) Mecca Story of Prophet Dawud (David), trials of Prophet Sulaiman, and the fall of Iblis.
39 Az-Zumar The Groups Mecca Discusses sincerity in worship and contrasts between believers and disbelievers.
40 Ghafir (or Al-Mu’min) The Forgiver (or The Believer) Mecca Emphasizes Allah’s mercy and forgiveness; story of a believer from Pharaoh’s people.
41 Fussilat Explained in Detail Mecca Emphasizes the Quran’s clarity; discusses signs of Allah and consequences of disbelief.
42 Ash-Shura The Consultation Mecca Stresses consultation (Shura) among believers; Allah’s sovereignty and mercy.
43 Az-Zukhruf The Gold Adornments Mecca Critiques materialism and reminds of the Hereafter; mentions Prophet Musa and Isa.
44 Ad-Dukhan The Smoke Mecca Warns disbelievers of a smoky calamity and highlights past nations’ destruction.
45 Al-Jathiyah The Kneeling Mecca Depicts scenes of Judgment Day and the fate of believers and disbelievers.
46 Al-Ahqaf The Wind-Curved Sandhills Mecca Discusses past nations like ‘Ad and the consequences of rejecting prophets.
47 Muhammad Prophet Muhammad Medina Addresses warfare, faith, and rewards for believers.
48 Al-Fath The Victory Medina Celebrates the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah and promises victory for Muslims.
49 Al-Hujurat The Rooms Medina Focuses on social ethics, manners, and the unity of believers.
50 Qaf Qaf (Mystic Letter) Mecca Reflects on creation, resurrection, and Allah’s knowledge of all.
51 Adh-Dhariyat The Winnowing Winds Mecca Discusses Allah’s power in creation and the rewards and punishments of the Hereafter.
52 At-Tur The Mount Mecca Depicts the Day of Judgment and the rewards of Paradise.
53 An-Najm The Star Mecca Describes the Prophet’s journey (Mi’raj) and the importance of following divine guidance.
54 Al-Qamar The Moon Mecca Mentions the splitting of the moon as a sign; warns disbelievers.
55 Ar-Rahman The Most Merciful Medina Highlights Allah’s mercy; contrasts Paradise and Hell; repeated refrain “Which of the favors of your Lord will you deny?”
56 Al-Waqi’ah The Inevitable Mecca Divides people into three groups: the righteous, the companions of the right, and the companions of the left.
57 Al-Hadid The Iron Medina Discusses charity, humility, and the temporary nature of worldly life.
58 Al-Mujadila The Pleading Woman Medina Discusses issues related to family and social disputes.
59 Al-Hashr The Exile Medina Mentions the expulsion of the Banu Nadir tribe and emphasizes Allah’s power.
60 Al-Mumtahanah The Woman to be Examined Medina Addresses relations with non-Muslims, especially during treaties and migration.
61 As-Saff The Ranks Medina Encourages unity and steadfastness in the cause of Allah; mentions Prophet Isa.
62 Al-Jumu’ah The Friday Medina Highlights the importance of Friday prayer and reminds believers of their duties.
63 Al-Munafiqun The Hypocrites Medina Warns against hypocrisy and describes the behavior of hypocrites.
64 At-Taghabun The Mutual Loss and Gain Medina Discusses accountability on Judgment Day and Allah’s omniscience.
65 At-Talaq The Divorce Medina Provides guidance on divorce laws and maintaining justice in family matters.
66 At-Tahrim The Prohibition Medina Discusses incidents involving the Prophet’s household and stresses repentance.
67 Al-Mulk The Sovereignty Mecca Describes Allah’s power and creation; emphasizes belief in resurrection.
68 Al-Qalam The Pen Mecca Highlights the moral character of the Prophet and warns against arrogance.
69 Al-Haqqah The Inevitable Mecca Describes the destruction of past nations and events of Judgment Day.
70 Al-Ma’arij The Ascending Stairways Mecca Discusses the attributes of believers and the consequences for disbelievers.
71 Nuh Prophet Noah Mecca Details the story of Prophet Nuh and his call to his people.
72 Al-Jinn The Jinn Mecca Mentions the Jinn’s reaction to the Quran and their acknowledgment of Allah.
73 Al-Muzzammil The Enshrouded One Mecca Encourages night prayers and perseverance in the Prophet’s mission.
74 Al-Muddathir The Cloaked One Mecca Calls the Prophet to rise and warn others; emphasizes the consequences of disbelief.
75 Al-Qiyamah The Resurrection Mecca Describes the events of resurrection and accountability on Judgment Day.
76 Al-Insan The Human Medina Highlights the creation of humans and their free will; describes Paradise.
77 Al-Mursalat Those Sent Forth Mecca Warns of the consequences of disbelief and describes scenes from the Hereafter.
78 An-Naba The Great News Mecca Discusses resurrection, the Hereafter, and Allah’s signs in creation.
79 An-Nazi’at Those Who Drag Forth Mecca Describes the angels’ roles and events of resurrection and accountability.
80 Abasa He Frowned Mecca Addresses a specific incident with the Prophet; highlights equality in Islam.
81 At-Takwir The Overthrowing Mecca Describes cosmic events of the Day of Judgment and human accountability.
82 Al-Infitar The Cleaving Mecca Highlights the splitting of the sky and human deeds being laid bare.
83 Al-Mutaffifin The Defrauders Mecca Condemns those who cheat in measurements; contrasts the fate of the righteous and sinners.
84 Al-Inshiqaq The Splitting Open Mecca Describes the splitting of the sky and the deeds presented to humans.
85 Al-Buruj The Mansions of the Stars Mecca Tells of the persecution of believers and Allah’s ultimate justice.
86 At-Tariq The Morning Star Mecca Emphasizes Allah as the Creator and the certainty of resurrection.
87 Al-A’la The Most High Mecca Praises Allah’s creation and guidance; reminds of the Hereafter.
88 Al-Ghashiyah The Overwhelming Event Mecca Describes scenes of Paradise and Hell; calls for reflection on creation.
89 Al-Fajr The Dawn Mecca Discusses the fate of past nations and contrasts the righteous with the sinful.
90 Al-Balad The City Mecca Highlights the challenges of life and the importance of righteous deeds.
91 Ash-Shams The Sun Mecca Explains the contrast between good and evil, using natural signs as examples.
92 Al-Lail The Night Mecca Emphasizes the consequences of deeds and Allah’s guidance.
93 Ad-Duhaa The Morning Brightness Mecca Consoles the Prophet, assuring him of Allah’s support and blessings.
94 Ash-Sharh The Relief Mecca Highlights Allah’s mercy and assures ease after hardships.
95 At-Tin The Fig Mecca Mentions the sanctity of humans and their accountability.
96 Al-‘Alaq The Clot Mecca The first revelation; emphasizes knowledge and creation by Allah.
97 Al-Qadr The Night of Decree Mecca Describes the virtues of Laylat al-Qadr, the night when the Quran was revealed.
98 Al-Bayyina The Clear Evidence Medina Addresses the People of the Book and emphasizes the importance of monotheism.
99 Az-Zalzalah The Earthquake Medina Depicts the Day of Judgment, when the earth will reveal its burdens.
100 Al-Adiyat The Courser Mecca Describes the behavior of disbelievers, contrasting their ingratitude with Allah’s blessings.
101 Al-Qari’ah The Calamity Mecca Describes the Day of Judgment as a catastrophic event and emphasizes accountability.
102 At-Takathur The Rivalry in Worldly Increase Mecca Warns against worldly competition and reminds of accountability in the Hereafter.
103 Al-‘Asr The Declining Day Mecca Stresses the importance of faith, righteous deeds, patience, and mutual counsel.
104 Al-Humazah The Slanderer Mecca Condemns slander, greed, and arrogance, warning of Hellfire for such behaviors.
105 Al-Fil The Elephant Mecca Narrates the story of the People of the Elephant and Allah’s protection of the Kaaba.
106 Quraysh The Quraysh Mecca Highlights Allah’s blessings on the Quraysh and calls for gratitude and worship.
107 Al-Ma’un The Small Kindnesses Mecca Criticizes those who neglect orphans, the poor, and acts of kindness.
108 Al-Kawthar The Abundance Mecca A short chapter promising abundant blessings to the Prophet and urging prayer.
109 Al-Kafirun The Disbelievers Mecca Declares a clear distinction between monotheism and disbelief.
110 An-Nasr The Divine Support Medina Marks the victory of Islam and advises the Prophet to seek forgiveness and glorify Allah.
111 Al-Masad The Palm Fiber Mecca Condemns Abu Lahab and his wife for their enmity toward the Prophet and Islam.
112 Al-Ikhlas The Sincerity Mecca Declares the absolute oneness of Allah; foundational for Islamic monotheism.
113 Al-Falaq The Daybreak Mecca A prayer seeking protection from external evils such as envy and harm.
114 An-Nas Mankind Mecca A prayer seeking protection from the internal evil of whispers from Satan and humans.

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