Surah Muhammad
Surah 47 · Muhammad · 38 verses · medinan
Muhammad ﷺ — one of only a few surahs named after a person, from verse 2. Also called al-Qital, "the Fighting".
The story
This surah asks a question that makes you stop: do people not think about the Quran? Or are their hearts locked shut? Allah wants us to actually think about what we read, not just say the words.
How it unfolds
AYAH 1-15
Two responses
Deeds accepted or made worthless, and the description of the Garden promised.
AYAH 7
Support and be supported
The condition stated plainly.
AYAH 16-30
Locks on hearts
Those who hear and then ask "what did he just say?", and the question about reflecting on the Quran.
AYAH 31-38
Do not weaken
Being tested, not calling for peace out of weakness, and spending without miserliness.
Verses to carry
- 47:24"Do they not reflect upon the Quran, or are there locks upon their hearts?"
- 47:7"If you support Allah, He will support you and plant your feet firmly."
- 47:19"So know that there is no deity except Allah, and ask forgiveness for your sin."
Remember this
If you help Allah's religion, Allah will help you and make you steady.
Talk about it
When you read Quran, do you ever stop and think about what it means? Try it with one verse today.