Surah Al-Mumtahana
سُورَةُ المُمۡتَحنَةِSurah Al-Mumtahanah establishes guidelines for relations with non-Muslims, including the examination of women who emigrated to determine their true faith.
Important Context
This surah contains verses 8-9 which are crucial for understanding Islam's actual teaching on relations with non-Muslims. Verse 8 explicitly commands Muslims to be 'righteous' and 'just' toward non-Muslims who don't fight them. Verse 9 limits prohibition only to those who actively fight, expel, or aid expulsion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Surah Al-Mumtahana is in which para (Juz)?
Surah Al-Mumtahana is located in Juz 28 (Qad Sami'a) of the Quran.
How many ayahs are in Surah Al-Mumtahana?
Surah Al-Mumtahana contains 13 ayahs (verses).
Is Surah Al-Mumtahana a Meccan or Medinan surah?
Surah Al-Mumtahana 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-Mumtahana?
The key themes of Surah Al-Mumtahana include: Relations with non-hostile disbelievers, Testing emigrant women, Ibrahim's example, and The pledge of believing women.
What does "Al-Mumtahana" mean in English?
The name "Al-Mumtahana" means "She that is to be examined" 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-Mumtahana?
The Arabic name of Surah Al-Mumtahana is سُورَةُ المُمۡتَحنَةِ.
What surah number is Surah Al-Mumtahana in the Quran?
Surah Al-Mumtahana is the 60th surah in the Quran, appearing as chapter 60 out of 114 total chapters.
How long is Surah Al-Mumtahana to recite?
The audio recitation of Surah Al-Mumtahana takes approximately 6 minutes and 7 seconds to complete.
Are there any sajdas (prostrations) in Surah Al-Mumtahana?
Surah Al-Mumtahana does not contain any sajda tilawah (prostration of recitation) verses.
Which surah comes before Surah Al-Mumtahana?
The surah that comes before Surah Al-Mumtahana is Surah Al-Hashr (Surah 59).
Which surah comes after Surah Al-Mumtahana?
The surah that comes after Surah Al-Mumtahana is Surah As-Saff (Surah 61).