Yasin (يس) - Surah Details

36. Yasin (يس)

Meaning: Oaths (Letters Ya-Sin)

Total Ayahs: 83

Place of Revelation: Mecca

Summary

Surah Yasin is considered the 'heart of the Quran' by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). It emphasizes the fundamental Islamic beliefs: Tawhid (Oneness of Allah), Resurrection, and Prophethood. The Surah presents powerful arguments against the Makkan polytheists' denial of the Hereafter through rational proofs and historical examples (notably the parable of the 'People of the Town'). It contains profound reflections on Allah's signs in creation and concludes with an awe-inspiring description of the Day of Judgment.

Core Message

Affirmation of Allah's Oneness and the inevitability of Resurrection. The Quran is a divine warning to those who reject truth. Prophets face rejection despite clear signs.

Benefits

The Prophet (PBUH) said: 'Everything has a heart, and the heart of the Quran is Yasin' (Tirmidhi). It's traditionally recited for the deceased to seek mercy, during difficulties, and on Fridays. Many scholars recommend its daily recitation for spiritual protection and blessings.

Famous Verses

36:1 "يس" - 'Ya-Sin'
36:12 "إِنَّا نَحْنُ نُحْىِ ٱلْمَوْتَىٰ..." - 'Indeed, it is We who bring the dead to life...'
36:58 "سَلَـٰمٌۭ قَوْلًۭا مِّن رَّبٍّۢ رَّحِيمٍۢ" - 'Peace!' - a word from a Merciful Lord'
36:82 "إِنَّمَآ أَمْرُهُۥٓ إِذَآ أَرَادَ شَيْـًۭٔا أَن يَقُولَ لَهُۥ كُن فَيَكُونُ" - 'His command is only when He intends a thing that He says to it, 'Be,' and it is'

Moral Lesson

Death and resurrection are undeniable realities. Nature bears witness to Allah's power. Arrogance blinds people to truth.

Divine Attributes

Al-Qadir (The All-Powerful), Al-Muhyi (The Giver of Life), Al-Hakim (The All-Wise), Ar-Rahman (The Most Merciful)

Keywords

Resurrection Prophethood Divine Power Nature's Signs Rejection of Truth