Basic Surah Info
Surah Number – 62
Number of Ayah – 11
Revealed City – Madina
Juz Details – Juz 28 Ayah 1-11
Starting Page Number – 553th Page
Translated By Mustafa Khattab
Summary of Surah Al-Jumu’ah
Surah Al-Jumu’ah, the 62nd surah of the Quran, emphasizes the significance of Friday as a special day of congregational prayer and the importance of seeking knowledge and understanding. It derives its name from the mention of “Al-Jumu’ah” (Friday) in the surah. It consists of 11 verses.
The surah begins by highlighting the importance of the Friday congregational prayer (Salat al-Jumu’ah) as a unifying symbol for the Muslim community. It encourages believers to leave their worldly pursuits and gather for the Friday prayer, which serves as a reminder of their faith and obligation to worship Allah.
Surah Al-Jumu’ah mentions the example of the Jewish community who were given the opportunity to recognize and follow the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) but failed to do so. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and accepting the final Prophet and Messenger of Allah.
The surah emphasizes the significance of seeking knowledge and understanding. It encourages believers to engage in the study and teaching of the Quran and to strive for a deeper understanding of their faith.
Surah Al-Jumu’ah mentions the importance of establishing justice and fairness in society. It highlights the negative consequences of indulging in worldly pursuits while neglecting one’s religious obligations.
The surah addresses the hypocrites who would engage in idle talk and distractions during the Friday sermon. It emphasizes the need for attentiveness, respect, and focus during the Friday sermon and other religious gatherings.
Surah Al-Jumu’ah concludes by highlighting the infinite knowledge and wisdom of Allah. It emphasizes the need for humility and obedience to Allah’s guidance and the importance of avoiding neglect and forgetfulness in matters of faith.
In summary, Surah Al-Jumu’ah emphasizes the significance of the Friday congregational prayer, the importance of seeking knowledge and understanding, and the need for justice and attentiveness during religious gatherings. The surah warns against hypocrisy and worldly distractions, and highlights the infinite wisdom of Allah. It serves as a reminder of the obligations and responsibilities of the Muslim community and the importance of upholding faith and worship.
Read English Translated Version of Surah Al-Jumu’ah
1. Whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth ˹constantly˺ glorifies Allah—the King, the Most Holy, the Almighty, the All-Wise.
2. He is the One Who raised for the illiterate ˹people˺ a messenger from among themselves—reciting to them His revelations, purifying them, and teaching them the Book and wisdom, for indeed they had previously been clearly astray—
3. along with others of them who have not yet joined them ˹in faith˺. For He is the Almighty, All-Wise.
4. This is the favour of Allah. He grants it to whoever He wills. And Allah is the Lord of infinite bounty.
5. The example of those who were entrusted with ˹observing˺ the Torah but failed to do so, is that of a donkey carrying books. How evil is the example of those who reject Allah’s signs! For Allah does not guide the wrongdoing people.
6. Say, ˹O Prophet,˺ “O Jews! If you claim to be Allah’s chosen ˹people˺ out of all humanity, then wish for death, if what you say is true.”
7. But they will never wish for that because of what their hands have done. And Allah has ˹perfect˺ knowledge of the wrongdoers.
8. Say, “The death you are running away from will inevitably come to you. Then you will be returned to the Knower of the seen and unseen, and He will inform you of what you used to do.”
9. O believers! When the call to prayer is made on Friday, then proceed ˹diligently˺ to the remembrance of Allah and leave off ˹your˺ business. That is best for you, if only you knew.
10. Once the prayer is over, disperse throughout the land and seek the bounty of Allah. And remember Allah often so you may be successful.
11. When they saw the fanfare along with the caravan, they ˹almost all˺ flocked to it, leaving you ˹O Prophet˺ standing ˹on the pulpit˺. Say, “What is with Allah is far better than amusement and merchandise. And Allah is the Best Provider.”