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Surah Al-Qalam

سُورَةُ القَلَمِ
The Pen 52 Ayahs Meccan Juz 29

Surah Al-Qalam defends the Prophet's character against accusations of madness. It tells the story of the garden owners who refused to share their harvest.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Surah Al-Qalam is in which para (Juz)?

Surah Al-Qalam is located in Juz 29 (Tabarakallazi) of the Quran.

How many ayahs are in Surah Al-Qalam?

Surah Al-Qalam contains 52 ayahs (verses).

Is Surah Al-Qalam a Meccan or Medinan surah?

Surah Al-Qalam 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-Qalam?

The key themes of Surah Al-Qalam include: Defense of the Prophet's character, The story of the garden owners, Patience in adversity, and Warning against arrogance.

What does "Al-Qalam" mean in English?

The name "Al-Qalam" means "The Pen" 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-Qalam?

The Arabic name of Surah Al-Qalam is سُورَةُ القَلَمِ.

What surah number is Surah Al-Qalam in the Quran?

Surah Al-Qalam is the 68th surah in the Quran, appearing as chapter 68 out of 114 total chapters.

How long is Surah Al-Qalam to recite?

The audio recitation of Surah Al-Qalam takes approximately 5 minutes and 32 seconds to complete.

Are there any sajdas (prostrations) in Surah Al-Qalam?

Surah Al-Qalam does not contain any sajda tilawah (prostration of recitation) verses.

Which surah comes before Surah Al-Qalam?

The surah that comes before Surah Al-Qalam is Surah Al-Mulk (Surah 67).

Which surah comes after Surah Al-Qalam?

The surah that comes after Surah Al-Qalam is Surah Al-Haaqqa (Surah 69).