Surah Al-Ghaashiya
سُورَةُ الغَاشِيَةِSurah Al-Ghashiyah describes the overwhelming event (Day of Judgment) with vivid imagery of the fate of the wicked and the bliss of the righteous.
Frequently Asked Questions
Surah Al-Ghaashiya is in which para (Juz)?
Surah Al-Ghaashiya is located in Juz 30 (Amma) of the Quran.
How many ayahs are in Surah Al-Ghaashiya?
Surah Al-Ghaashiya contains 26 ayahs (verses).
Is Surah Al-Ghaashiya a Meccan or Medinan surah?
Surah Al-Ghaashiya 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-Ghaashiya?
The key themes of Surah Al-Ghaashiya include: The overwhelming event, Faces humiliated in Hell, Faces delighted in Paradise, and Signs in creation.
What does "Al-Ghaashiya" mean in English?
The name "Al-Ghaashiya" means "The Overwhelming" 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-Ghaashiya?
The Arabic name of Surah Al-Ghaashiya is سُورَةُ الغَاشِيَةِ.
What surah number is Surah Al-Ghaashiya in the Quran?
Surah Al-Ghaashiya is the 88th surah in the Quran, appearing as chapter 88 out of 114 total chapters.
How long is Surah Al-Ghaashiya to recite?
The audio recitation of Surah Al-Ghaashiya takes approximately 1 minute and 54 seconds to complete.
Are there any sajdas (prostrations) in Surah Al-Ghaashiya?
Surah Al-Ghaashiya does not contain any sajda tilawah (prostration of recitation) verses.
Which surah comes before Surah Al-Ghaashiya?
The surah that comes before Surah Al-Ghaashiya is Surah Al-A’laa (Surah 87).
Which surah comes after Surah Al-Ghaashiya?
The surah that comes after Surah Al-Ghaashiya is Surah Al-Fajr (Surah 89).