Ash-Shu'ara (الشعراء)

26. Ash-Shu'ara (الشعراء)

Meaning: The Poets

Total Ayahs: 227

Place of Revelation: Mecca

Summary

Surah Ash-Shu'ara recounts the stories of past prophets (Moses, Abraham, Noah, Hud, Salih, Lot, and Shu'ayb) and their struggles against disbelievers. It highlights the consistent pattern of rejection faced by messengers and Allah's ultimate punishment for those who denied the truth. The Surah concludes by affirming the Quran's divine origin and warning the disbelievers of the Day of Judgment.

Core Message

Prophets throughout history faced rejection, but truth always prevails. The Quran is a revelation from Allah, and deniers will face consequences. Patience and trust in Allah are essential for believers.

Benefits

Reciting this Surah is said to bring Allah's protection against enemies and calamities. The Prophet (PBUH) emphasized its lessons for patience in da'wah. Scholars note its power in strengthening resolve during hardships.

Famous Verses

26:80 "وَإِذَا مَرِضْتُ فَهُوَ يَشْفِينِ" - 'And when I am ill, it is He who cures me.'
26:88-89 "يَوْمَ لَا يَنفَعُ مَالٌۭ وَلَا بَنُونَ إِلَّا مَنْ أَتَى ٱللَّهَ بِقَلْبٍۢ سَلِيمٍۢ" - 'The Day when wealth and children will not benefit anyone, except those who come to Allah with a sound heart.'
26:227 "إِلَّا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ وَعَمِلُوا۟ ٱلصَّـٰلِحَـٰتِ..." - 'Except those who believe, do righteous deeds, and remember Allah often.'

Moral Lesson

Truth is unchanging, and arrogance leads to destruction. Believers must remain steadfast like the prophets, trusting Allah's plan.

Divine Attributes

Al-Aziz (The Almighty), Ar-Raheem (The Merciful), As-Sami (The All-Hearing), Al-Ghaffar (The Oft-Forgiving)

Keywords

Prophets' Stories Rejection of Truth Divine Punishment Patience Sound Heart