Surah Al-Fil
سُورَةُ الفِيلِSurah Al-Fil recounts how Allah destroyed the army of Abraha that came with elephants to destroy the Ka'bah, sending birds with stones of baked clay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Surah Al-Fil is in which para (Juz)?
Surah Al-Fil is located in Juz 30 (Amma) of the Quran.
How many ayahs are in Surah Al-Fil?
Surah Al-Fil contains 5 ayahs (verses).
Is Surah Al-Fil a Meccan or Medinan surah?
Surah Al-Fil 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-Fil?
The key themes of Surah Al-Fil include: The army of the elephant, Allah's protection of the Ka'bah, Birds with stones of clay, and Divine intervention.
What does "Al-Fil" mean in English?
The name "Al-Fil" means "The Elephant" 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-Fil?
The Arabic name of Surah Al-Fil is سُورَةُ الفِيلِ.
What surah number is Surah Al-Fil in the Quran?
Surah Al-Fil is the 105th surah in the Quran, appearing as chapter 105 out of 114 total chapters.
How long is Surah Al-Fil to recite?
The audio recitation of Surah Al-Fil takes approximately 39 seconds to complete.
Are there any sajdas (prostrations) in Surah Al-Fil?
Surah Al-Fil does not contain any sajda tilawah (prostration of recitation) verses.
Which surah comes before Surah Al-Fil?
The surah that comes before Surah Al-Fil is Surah Al-Humaza (Surah 104).
Which surah comes after Surah Al-Fil?
The surah that comes after Surah Al-Fil is Surah Quraish (Surah 106).