Surah Al-Kaafiroon
سُورَةُ الكَافِرُونَSurah Al-Kafirun declares complete separation between the Prophet's worship and that of the disbelievers, establishing religious distinction.
Important Context
This surah establishes the principle of religious coexistence. Verse 6 ('To you your religion and to me mine') is a foundational statement of religious tolerance in Islam, acknowledging that people will have different faiths and that this is acceptable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Surah Al-Kaafiroon is in which para (Juz)?
Surah Al-Kaafiroon is located in Juz 30 (Amma) of the Quran.
How many ayahs are in Surah Al-Kaafiroon?
Surah Al-Kaafiroon contains 6 ayahs (verses).
Is Surah Al-Kaafiroon a Meccan or Medinan surah?
Surah Al-Kaafiroon 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-Kaafiroon?
The key themes of Surah Al-Kaafiroon include: Rejection of polytheism, Clear distinction in worship, Religious tolerance, and To you your religion, to me mine.
What does "Al-Kaafiroon" mean in English?
The name "Al-Kaafiroon" means "The Disbelievers" 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-Kaafiroon?
The Arabic name of Surah Al-Kaafiroon is سُورَةُ الكَافِرُونَ.
What surah number is Surah Al-Kaafiroon in the Quran?
Surah Al-Kaafiroon is the 109th surah in the Quran, appearing as chapter 109 out of 114 total chapters.
How long is Surah Al-Kaafiroon to recite?
The audio recitation of Surah Al-Kaafiroon takes approximately 34 seconds to complete.
Are there any sajdas (prostrations) in Surah Al-Kaafiroon?
Surah Al-Kaafiroon does not contain any sajda tilawah (prostration of recitation) verses.
Which surah comes before Surah Al-Kaafiroon?
The surah that comes before Surah Al-Kaafiroon is Surah Al-Kawthar (Surah 108).
Which surah comes after Surah Al-Kaafiroon?
The surah that comes after Surah Al-Kaafiroon is Surah An-Nasr (Surah 110).