Surah Al-Balad
سُورَةُ البَلَدِSurah Al-Balad takes an oath by Makkah and describes the steep path to salvation through freeing slaves, feeding the hungry, and showing compassion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Surah Al-Balad is in which para (Juz)?
Surah Al-Balad is located in Juz 30 (Amma) of the Quran.
How many ayahs are in Surah Al-Balad?
Surah Al-Balad contains 20 ayahs (verses).
Is Surah Al-Balad a Meccan or Medinan surah?
Surah Al-Balad 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 Al-Balad?
The key themes of Surah Al-Balad include: Oath by the sacred city (Makkah), Human created in struggle, The steep path to salvation, and Compassion and patience.
What does "Al-Balad" mean in English?
The name "Al-Balad" means "The City" in English. The surah is named after this term which appears in or relates to its content.
What is the Arabic name of Surah Al-Balad?
The Arabic name of Surah Al-Balad is سُورَةُ البَلَدِ.
What surah number is Surah Al-Balad in the Quran?
Surah Al-Balad is the 90th surah in the Quran, appearing as chapter 90 out of 114 total chapters.
How long is Surah Al-Balad to recite?
The audio recitation of Surah Al-Balad takes approximately 1 minute and 29 seconds to complete.
Are there any sajdas (prostrations) in Surah Al-Balad?
Surah Al-Balad does not contain any sajda tilawah (prostration of recitation) verses.
Which surah comes before Surah Al-Balad?
The surah that comes before Surah Al-Balad is Surah Al-Fajr (Surah 89).
Which surah comes after Surah Al-Balad?
The surah that comes after Surah Al-Balad is Surah Ash-Shams (Surah 91).