Surah Al-Faatiha
سُورَةُ ٱلْفَاتِحَةِSurah Al-Faatiha is the opening chapter of the Quran and serves as a comprehensive prayer. It is recited in every unit of the Muslim prayer (Salah) and summarizes the entire message of the Quran in seven verses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Surah Al-Faatiha is in which para (Juz)?
Surah Al-Faatiha is located in Juz 1 (Alif Lam Meem) of the Quran.
How many ayahs are in Surah Al-Faatiha?
Surah Al-Faatiha contains 7 ayahs (verses).
Is Surah Al-Faatiha a Meccan or Medinan surah?
Surah Al-Faatiha 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-Faatiha?
The key themes of Surah Al-Faatiha include: Praise and glorification of Allah, Acknowledgment of Allah's sovereignty, Seeking guidance to the straight path, and The essence of worship and supplication.
What does "Al-Faatiha" mean in English?
The name "Al-Faatiha" means "The Opening" 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-Faatiha?
The Arabic name of Surah Al-Faatiha is سُورَةُ ٱلْفَاتِحَةِ.
What surah number is Surah Al-Faatiha in the Quran?
Surah Al-Faatiha is the 1st surah in the Quran, appearing as chapter 1 out of 114 total chapters.
How long is Surah Al-Faatiha to recite?
The audio recitation of Surah Al-Faatiha takes approximately 37 seconds to complete.
Are there any sajdas (prostrations) in Surah Al-Faatiha?
Surah Al-Faatiha does not contain any sajda tilawah (prostration of recitation) verses.
Which surah comes before Surah Al-Faatiha?
Surah Al-Faatiha is the first surah in the Quran, so there is no surah before it.
Which surah comes after Surah Al-Faatiha?
The surah that comes after Surah Al-Faatiha is Surah Al-Baqara (Surah 2).