Surah Saad
سُورَةُ صٓSurah Sad begins with the mysterious letter Sad and presents stories of Prophets Dawud and Sulayman, along with the story of Iblis's refusal to prostrate to Adam.
Frequently Asked Questions
Surah Saad is in which para (Juz)?
Surah Saad is located in Juz 23 (Wa Ma Liya) of the Quran.
How many ayahs are in Surah Saad?
Surah Saad contains 88 ayahs (verses).
Is Surah Saad a Meccan or Medinan surah?
Surah Saad 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 Saad?
The key themes of Surah Saad include: Stories of Dawud and Sulayman, Iblis's arrogance and refusal, Patience of Prophet Ayyub, and Warning to the arrogant.
What does "Saad" mean in English?
The name "Saad" means "The letter Saad" in English. The surah is named after this term which appears in or relates to its content.
What is the Arabic name of Surah Saad?
The Arabic name of Surah Saad is سُورَةُ صٓ.
What surah number is Surah Saad in the Quran?
Surah Saad is the 38th surah in the Quran, appearing as chapter 38 out of 114 total chapters.
How long is Surah Saad to recite?
The audio recitation of Surah Saad takes approximately 11 minutes and 55 seconds to complete.
How many sajdas (prostrations) are in Surah Saad?
Surah Saad contains 1 sajda tilawah (prostration of recitation) at verse 24. Note: Disputed: Hanafi scholars consider this a sajda of gratitude (shukr) rather than tilawah.
Which surah comes before Surah Saad?
The surah that comes before Surah Saad is Surah As-Saaffaat (Surah 37).
Which surah comes after Surah Saad?
The surah that comes after Surah Saad is Surah Az-Zumar (Surah 39).