Al-Fath (الفتح) - Surah Details

48. Al-Fath (الفتح)

Meaning: The Victory

Total Ayahs: 29

Place of Revelation: Medina

Summary

This Surah was revealed after the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah, foretelling future victories for Muslims. It highlights Allah’s forgiveness, the importance of faith, and the Prophet’s (PBUH) high status. It also warns hypocrites and reassures believers of divine support.

Core Message

Allah grants decisive victories to His believers. True faith leads to success in this life and the Hereafter.

Benefits

The Prophet (PBUH) said: 'A Surah has been revealed to me tonight which is dearer to me than all the world' (Bukhari, Muslim). It is recited for seeking victory, peace, and blessings.

Famous Verses

48:1 "إِنَّا فَتَحْنَا لَكَ فَتْحًۭا مُّبِينًۭا" - 'Indeed, We have granted you a clear victory.'
48:4 "هُوَ ٱلَّذِىٓ أَنزَلَ ٱلسَّكِينَةَ فِى قُلُوبِ ٱلْمُؤْمِنِينَ..." - 'It is He who sent down tranquillity into the hearts of the believers...'
48:29 "مُّحَمَّدٌۭ رَّسُولُ ٱللَّهِ..." - 'Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah...'

Moral Lesson

Patience and trust in Allah lead to success. The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah was a strategic victory.

Divine Attributes

Al-Fattah (The Opener), Al-Ghaffar (The Forgiver), Al-Aziz (The Almighty)

Keywords

Victory Treaty of Hudaybiyyah Forgiveness Tranquillity Prophet’s Status