Overnight Quran

Surah Al-Nas (The Mankind)

6 verse in 1 section.  The Surah tells us that Satan is always against the human beings and he puts wrong suggestions in their minds.  We should seek Allah’s protection from Satan and his whisperings. This is a very appropriate ending for the Book of Allah. The Book of God is to provide protection from all evil and success under the guidance of Allah.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Falaq (The Daybreak)

5 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah reminds us that evil is lurching everywhere and any things can become harmful. One should always be conscious, do right things and seek Allah’s protection.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Ikhlas (The Sincerity)

4 Verses in 1 section. This is a great Surah of Tawhid.  It speaks about the oneness of Allah.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Masad (The Palm Fiber)

5 Verses in 1 section’.  This Surah was revealed to condemn the behavior of one of the relatives of the Prophet who stood against his message.  The Surah gives a warning that those who oppose the message of Allah, they will be severely punished, regardless whether they are of the family of the Prophet or not.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Nasr (The Divine Support)

3 Verses in 1 section. This is a Madani Surah and according to most of the authorities this is the last Surah that was revealed to the Prophet –peace be upon him. The Surah reminds about the attitude of the Believer in the situation of success.  One should be thankful to Allah and seek His forgiveness for any shortcomings or mistakes.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Kafirun (The Disbelievers)

6 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah tells us that there cannot be any compromise in the matters of faith and worship. People are free to follow whatever religion they want, but the truth and falsehood cannot be mixed together.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Kawthar (The Abundance)

3 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah gives good news and comfort that Allah’s message will prevail and the enemies of the truth will be the losers.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Ma'un (The Small Kindness)

7 Verses in 1 section.  Religion means social service, helping the poor and needy.  The Surah tells us that the true belief in God and the last day create a kind and compassionate character.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Quraysh (Quraysh)

4 Verses in 1 section.  It reminded the people of Makkah that it was Allah who gave them honor and prestige among other tribes due to His House, the Ka’bah, so why not worship Him and obey His command.  It is similarly a reminder to others to worship Allah who provides everything.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Fil (The Elephant)

5 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah reminds about the event when the Ka’bah was attacked by an army from the Southern part of Arabia, but Allah destroyed this army. It is the same God who protected the Ka’bah, His message is now presented by Prophet Muhammad –peace be upon him.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Humazah (The Slanderer)

9 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah talks about some of the moral problems that affect the wealthy and then it gives them warnings of the consequences of these evils.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-'Asr (The Declining Day)

3 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah tells us that human beings are generally losers.  Then it says what is the way to success and salvation.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Takathur (The Rivalry in Worldly Increase)

8 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah talks about the evil consequences of materialism and this worldliness.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Qari'ah (The Calamity)

11 Verses in 1 section.  The Surah gives the warning about the Day of Judgment.  It will be the day of great clamor. People will be scattered and the mountains will crumble. Only those whose balance will be weighty will prosper.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-'Adiyat (The Courser)

11 verses in 1 section.  The Surah tells us the ungratefulness of man and where it leads him.  It describes the wild and unruly life style of the Arabs before Islam.  It also reminds us that Allah is aware of all the hidden secrets of human souls and He will expose them on the Day of Judgment.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Zilzal (The Earthquake)

8 verses in 1 section.  This Surah talks about the life after death and that all deeds will be exposed on the Day of Judgment.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Bayyinah (The Clear Proof)

8 verses in 1 section.  The Surah tells us that Prophet Muhammad came with a clear message and a Divine Book.  This Book (the Qur’an) contains the basic message of all the Prophets of Allah. It also draws attention to the different ends of those who follow the right path and those who turn away from the truth
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Qadr (The Power)

5 verses in 1 section. The Surah talks about the majesty and glory of the Qur'an and the time in which  the Qur'an was revealed.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-'Alaq (The Clot)

19 verses in 1 section.  The first five verses are among the first that were revealed to the Prophet -peace be upon him- in the cave of Hira.  Then the rest of the Surah was revealed when the message was presented to the people of Makkah and they began threatening the Prophet. The Surah speaks about the humble beginning of human beings, but the high position that they can receive if they follow the message of Allah.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Tin (The Fig)

8 verses in 1 section. Four historic event are mentioned here and the conclusion is drawn that Allah's judgment will come.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Ash-Sharh (The Relief)

8 verses in 1 section.  The Surah tells us that the Believers should not give up under difficulties and stress. There will be ease after difficulties.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Dhuha (The Morning Hours)

11 verses in 1 section.  This Surah gives the message of hope and consolation.  It reminds about Allah's blessings and the way the Believers should take these blessings.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Layl (The Night)

21 verses in 1 section.  It has basically the same theme as the previous Surah, but it tells us about the two ways of life: good way and evil way and the consequences of both ways.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Shams (The Sun)

15 verses in 1 section.  The Surah tells us that as there is a contrast between sun and moon, night and day, heaven and earth, so there is also a big difference between good and evil.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Balad (The City)

20 verses in 1 section.  The Surah begins with a reference to the city of Makkah where the Prophet was going through an experience of pain and suffering due to the denial of his people.  It talks about the different stages of human life.  This world is not the place of real comfort. Here is the test of human beings to do good deeds and then the final judgment will be in the Hereafter.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Fajr (The Dawn)

30 verses in 1 section. The Surah talks about the judgment of Allah: the reward and punishment that will take place in the hereafter.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Ghashiyah (The Overwhelming)

26 verses in 1 section.  The Surah talks about the coming calamity that will cover everything.  The humanity will be divided into two groups: the frightened, tired and exhausted group, and the joyful and happy group.  Then the attention is drawn to this wonderful that Allah has created.  The Prophet is told to remind people. His mission is to remind only, not to impose the message. Allah will make the final judgment.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-A'la (The Most High)

19 verses in 1 section.  The Surah speaks about the praise of Allah the Most High. He created everything. He created the human being and gave him capacity to make progress. Man can make progress if he obeys Allah's rules. The Qur'an is the message from Allah and He will guard it. The Prophet should continue giving the message to others. Those who accept it will benefit from it, but those who will reject it they will be the losers.  It talks about the 'Akhirah and that this message is the same that was given to Prophets Ibrahim and Moses -peace be upon them.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Tariq (The Nightcommer)

17 verses in 1 section.  Every thing in this universe is working under the protection and supervision of the great Keeper.  The creation of human beings as well as the creation of this universe is not a joke. The creation is a serious work of Allah and so is His word, the Qur'an.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Buruj (The Mansions of the Stars)

22 verses in 1 section. The Surah speaks about the persecution of the Believers.  Allah watches over His own people and He will bring His enemies to judgment. The Surah warns the opponents of this message. Their end might be the same as that of many nations before who denied Allah's message and persecuted the Believers.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Inshiqaq (The Sundering)

25 verse in 1 section. This Surah tells us that this world has no permanence.  It also speaks about the record of deeds and the rewards of the righteous and the punishment of the wicked.  It reminds people to pay attention to the Qur'an.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Mutaffifin (The Defrauding)

36 verses in 1 section.  The Surah warns those who commit fraud in business. It reminds about honest dealings. The righteous will prosper. Allah has the record of every person.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Infitar (The Cleaving)

19 verses in 1 section.  The Surah reminds human being that Allah has given them a wonderful proportionate shape, but they and the whole universe are totally dependent upon Allah.  The creation has a purpose and the Day of Judgment will come.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Takwir (The Overthrowing)

29 verses in 1 section. The Surah talks about the end of the world.  In a very powerful way, it gives us some of the scenes of the Last Day. All the natural power as well as the human power and authority will come to an end.  This is a serious message not the words of a madman.  The purpose of this message is to remind people to become morally upright.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah 'Abasa (He Frowned)

42 verses in 1 section. The Surah begins with the incident of a blind man (Abdullah ibn Umm Maktum) who came to the Prophet to seek knowledge, while the chiefs of Makkah were denying the message. It talks about the greatness of Allah's message.  Those who will accept this message they will benefit from it.  But those who deny this message they are bringing harm to their own selves.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Nazi'at (Those Who Drag Forth)

46 verses in 2 sections. It speaks about Allah's angels who take the souls at the time of death. As Allah has power to take away the souls, as He has created the whole universe, He also has the power to resurrect people after their death. The story of Prophet Moses and Pharaoh is mentioned to warn the people about the consequences of arrogant pride which leads to the denial of the truth.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Naba (The Tidings)

40 verses in 2 sections.  The Surah gives an important news or message.  It tells us that the Day of Decision is coming. This beautiful and orderly universe is pointing to the Day of Decision. Allah will bring all people to judgment.  The wicked will be thrown in the hell and the righteous will receive their reward from Allah.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Mursalat (The Emissaries)

This Surah has 50 verses in 2 sections.  In the previous Surah it was mentioned how the Believers receive the moral and spiritual perfection, now in this Surah it is mentioned how the rejecters of the truth have their downfall and are destroyed.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Insan (The Man)

This Surah has 31 verses in 2 sections.  This Surah is also called al-Dahr.  It speaks about the ways human being can attain growth and spiritual development.  The rewards of the Believers and the character of the Believers are also mentioned.

Surah Al-Qiyamah (The Resurrection)

This Surah has 40 verses in 2 sections.  The Surah talks about the spiritual resurrection of the soul when it becomes aware of its Lord and it speaks about the physical resurrection that will take place at the end of the world.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Muddathir (The Cloaked One)

This Surah has 56 verses in 2 sections.  The subject of this Surah is da'wah of Islam.  The Prophet and his followers are told to stand up to remove the evils and vices from the society.  It also gives the warnings of the coming doom for those who deny the truth.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Muzzammil (The One Covering Himself)

This Surah has 20 verses in 2 sections.  The Surah emphasized prayers and the reading of the Qur'an in prayers.  It tells the Prophet and all those who stand to preach the message of Allah to take their strength from the word of Allah.  Read the Qur'an and spend your wealth in the path of Allah.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Jinn (The Jinn)

This Surah has 28 verses in 2 sections.  The Surah gives assurance that the message of Allah will be accepted.  It talks about some Jinn (a hidden creation) who accepted the message and in this way gives a prediction that if the present people deny the message, then others, yet hidden, but they will accept this message.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Nuh (Noah)

This Surah has 28 verses in 2 sections.  This Surah talks about the preaching of Prophet Noah and then his prayer for the destruction of the disbelievers.  Thus Allah's wrath came upon them and they were all destroyed in a flood.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Ma'arij (The Ascending Stairways)

The Surah has 44 verses in 2 sections.  It talks about the ways of the ascent of the Believers.  The rise of truth will be gradual, but it is sure. The Surah talks about the problems of human beings in general, but those who believe their character is different. It warns about the coming doom of the disbelievers.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Haqqah (The Reality)

This Surah has 52 verses in 2 sections.  The Surah tells about the fate of Thamud, 'Ad, Pharaoh, other overthrown towns, the flood that came in the time of Prophet Noah. It talks about the reward of the faithful and the punishment of disbelievers. At the end it reminds the people that this message is not poetry of a poet and something made up by the Prophet himself, it is the revelation of the Lord of the worlds.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Qalam (The Pen)

This Surah has 52 verses in 2 sections.  The Surah tells us that the message of the Prophet is not the talk of a madman.  The writings of all scriptures bear testimony to the truth of this message.  It urges people to be charitable and help the poor and needy.  The story of the people of a garden is mentioned who wished to deny the charity to the poor and they suffered the consequence in losing everything. The Surah ends with the story of Prophet Jonah -peace be upon him. It urges the Prophet and through him his followers to continue this mission and not to give up in frustration.  The mission of Islam is for the whole world.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Mulk (The Sovereignty)

This Surah has 30 verses in 2 sections.  It talks about the greatness of Allah and beautiful universe that He has created.  It reminds people that if they consider the laws of universe and travel in the land with open eyes, they will indeed see that this whole kingdom belongs to Allah and He controls everything.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Tahrim (The Prohibition)

This is a Madani Surah revealed around the 7th year of Hijrah. It has 12 verses in 2 sections.
The Surah tells the spouses not to ignore Allah’s rules in their love for each other.  It refers to an incident that took place between the Prophet and his wives.  This incident is used to instruct the Believers to understand the nature of Halal and Haram and to understand that the success and salvation in the Hereafter will not be based on family or tribal relations, but purely on faith in Allah.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah Al-Talaq (The Divorce)

This is a Madani Surah revealed in the 6th year of Hijrah.  It has 12 verses in 2 sections.
This and the following Surah al-Tahrim speak about family rules.  The spouses should follow Allah’s rules whether they have disagreement with each other or they love each other. In this Surah the proper rules of divorce are given.  Do not just say the words of divorce and separate yourself from your wives, but give them their rights. It also reminds the Believers to obey Allah and His Messenger.  Those who disobey Allah are warned the consequences of their disobedience.
Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.