Surah Al-Baqara
سُورَةُ البَقَرَةِSurah Al-Baqara is the longest chapter of the Quran, revealed in Madinah. It provides comprehensive guidance on Islamic law, stories of previous prophets, and instructions for building a righteous Muslim community.
Important Context
Verses 190-193 about fighting are among the most quoted out of context. Verse 190 clearly establishes the rule of self-defense with strict limits against transgression. Verse 256 of this same surah declares 'There is no compulsion in religion,' a foundational principle of religious freedom in Islam.
Frequently Asked Questions
Surah Al-Baqara is in which para (Juz)?
Surah Al-Baqara is located in Juz 1 (Alif Lam Meem), Juz 2 (Sayaqool), and Juz 3 (Tilkar Rusul) of the Quran.
How many ayahs are in Surah Al-Baqara?
Surah Al-Baqara contains 286 ayahs (verses).
Is Surah Al-Baqara a Meccan or Medinan surah?
Surah Al-Baqara is a Medinan 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-Baqara?
The key themes of Surah Al-Baqara include: Guidance for believers and warning to disbelievers, Stories of Adam, Ibrahim, and Musa, Laws of fasting, pilgrimage, and financial transactions, and The concept of Taqwa (God-consciousness).
What does "Al-Baqara" mean in English?
The name "Al-Baqara" means "The Cow" 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-Baqara?
The Arabic name of Surah Al-Baqara is سُورَةُ البَقَرَةِ.
What surah number is Surah Al-Baqara in the Quran?
Surah Al-Baqara is the 2nd surah in the Quran, appearing as chapter 2 out of 114 total chapters.
How long is Surah Al-Baqara to recite?
The audio recitation of Surah Al-Baqara takes approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes to complete.
Are there any sajdas (prostrations) in Surah Al-Baqara?
Surah Al-Baqara does not contain any sajda tilawah (prostration of recitation) verses.
Which surah comes before Surah Al-Baqara?
The surah that comes before Surah Al-Baqara is Surah Al-Faatiha (Surah 1).
Which surah comes after Surah Al-Baqara?
The surah that comes after Surah Al-Baqara is Surah Aal-i-Imraan (Surah 3).