Surah Ad-Dukhaan
سُورَةُ الدُّخَانِSurah Ad-Dukhan warns of a day when smoke will cover the sky and describes the punishment of Pharaoh and his people as a lesson for all.
Frequently Asked Questions
Surah Ad-Dukhaan is in which para (Juz)?
Surah Ad-Dukhaan is located in Juz 25 (Ilayhi Yuraddu) of the Quran.
How many ayahs are in Surah Ad-Dukhaan?
Surah Ad-Dukhaan contains 59 ayahs (verses).
Is Surah Ad-Dukhaan a Meccan or Medinan surah?
Surah Ad-Dukhaan is a Meccan surah, meaning it was revealed after the Prophet's migration to Medina, often addressing community laws and practical guidance.
What are the key themes of Surah Ad-Dukhaan?
The key themes of Surah Ad-Dukhaan include: Warning of smoke (Dukhan), The Quran revealed on a blessed night, Story of Pharaoh's destruction, and Description of Paradise.
What does "Ad-Dukhaan" mean in English?
The name "Ad-Dukhaan" means "The Smoke" in English. The surah is named after this term which appears in or relates to its content.
What is the Arabic name of Surah Ad-Dukhaan?
The Arabic name of Surah Ad-Dukhaan is سُورَةُ الدُّخَانِ.
What surah number is Surah Ad-Dukhaan in the Quran?
Surah Ad-Dukhaan is the 44th surah in the Quran, appearing as chapter 44 out of 114 total chapters.
How long is Surah Ad-Dukhaan to recite?
The audio recitation of Surah Ad-Dukhaan takes approximately 6 minutes and 29 seconds to complete.
Are there any sajdas (prostrations) in Surah Ad-Dukhaan?
Surah Ad-Dukhaan does not contain any sajda tilawah (prostration of recitation) verses.
Which surah comes before Surah Ad-Dukhaan?
The surah that comes before Surah Ad-Dukhaan is Surah Az-Zukhruf (Surah 43).
Which surah comes after Surah Ad-Dukhaan?
The surah that comes after Surah Ad-Dukhaan is Surah Al-Jaathiya (Surah 45).