Surah Al-Isra (The Night Journey)

Surah 50 according to the order of revelation.  This is a Makki Surah revealed after the events of Isra' and Mi'raj, which took place about a year and half before the Hijrah.  The Surah has 111 verses and 12 sections.

This Surah concentrates on some important moral and spiritual principles.  It emphasizes that human beings always need divine guidance.  Without the guidance of Allah, humans end up in evil, sin and misery.  Human beings must have good relations with each other and live in a society built on the principles of faith, justice and morality.  The Surah talks about the evils of pride and arrogance and urges human beings to reflect on Allah's signs and be humble before Him in prayers.

Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.