Surah Al-Muzzammil – The One Covering Himself

Basic Surah Info

Surah Number – 73
Number of Ayah – 20
Revealed City – Mecca
Juz Details – Juz 29 Ayah 1-20
Starting Page Number – 574th Page

Summary of Surah Al-Muzzammil

Surah Al-Muzzammil, the 73rd surah of the Quran, addresses the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and provides guidance on devotion, prayer, and the importance of seeking closeness to Allah. It derives its name from the mention of “Al-Muzzammil” (the Enveloped One) in the surah. It consists of 20 verses.

The surah begins by addressing the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and instructing him to engage in prayer and worship during the night, a practice known as Tahajjud. It highlights the significance of devoting oneself to prayer and seeking closeness to Allah through this act of worship.

Surah Al-Muzzammil emphasizes the importance of patience, both in terms of endurance during the night prayers and in facing the challenges and hardships encountered in spreading the message of Islam. It encourages the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) to remain steadfast in his mission.

The surah advises the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) to recite the Quran in a measured and distinct manner, with reverence and attentiveness. It emphasizes the profoundness and beauty of the Quran’s message and the need to reflect upon its teachings.

Surah Al-Muzzammil warns against the distraction of worldly affairs and excessive involvement in material pursuits. It encourages the believers to prioritize their spiritual development and spend their resources in acts of charity and goodness.

The surah emphasizes the importance of observing the prescribed prayers and fulfilling one’s obligations to Allah. It encourages the believers to approach prayer with humility, sincerity, and a sense of awe, recognizing the presence and greatness of Allah.

Surah Al-Muzzammil also highlights the significance of seeking forgiveness from Allah and turning to Him in repentance. It reminds the believers of the mercy and forgiveness of Allah and encourages them to seek His forgiveness for their shortcomings and mistakes.

The surah concludes by affirming the authority and knowledge of Allah as the Creator and Sustainer of all things. It reminds the believers that Allah is fully aware of their efforts and sacrifices and will reward them accordingly.

In summary, Surah Al-Muzzammil provides guidance to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and the believers on devotion, prayer, and seeking closeness to Allah. It emphasizes the importance of patience, reflection on the Quran, humility in worship, and prioritizing spiritual development over worldly pursuits. The surah serves as a reminder of the need to seek forgiveness, fulfill one’s obligations to Allah, and rely on His mercy and guidance.

Read Surah Al-Muzzammil

Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim

1. يَا أَيُّهَا الْمُزَّمِّلُ

2. قُمِ اللَّيْلَ إِلَّا قَلِيلًا

3. نِصْفَهُ أَوِ انْقُصْ مِنْهُ قَلِيلًا

4. أَوْ زِدْ عَلَيْهِ وَرَتِّلِ الْقُرْآنَ تَرْتِيلًا

5. إِنَّا سَنُلْقِي عَلَيْكَ قَوْلًا ثَقِيلًا

6. إِنَّ نَاشِئَةَ اللَّيْلِ هِيَ أَشَدُّ وَطْئًا وَأَقْوَمُ قِيلًا

7. إِنَّ لَكَ فِي النَّهَارِ سَبْحًا طَوِيلًا

8. وَاذْكُرِ اسْمَ رَبِّكَ وَتَبَتَّلْ إِلَيْهِ تَبْتِيلًا

9. رَبُّ الْمَشْرِقِ وَالْمَغْرِبِ لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ فَاتَّخِذْهُ وَكِيلًا

10. وَاصْبِرْ عَلَىٰ مَا يَقُولُونَ وَاهْجُرْهُمْ هَجْرًا جَمِيلًا

11. وَذَرْنِي وَالْمُكَذِّبِينَ أُولِي النَّعْمَةِ وَمَهِّلْهُمْ قَلِيلًا

12. إِنَّ لَدَيْنَا أَنْكَالًا وَجَحِيمًا

13. وَطَعَامًا ذَا غُصَّةٍ وَعَذَابًا أَلِيمًا

14. يَوْمَ تَرْجُفُ الْأَرْضُ وَالْجِبَالُ وَكَانَتِ الْجِبَالُ كَثِيبًا مَهِيلًا

15. إِنَّا أَرْسَلْنَا إِلَيْكُمْ رَسُولًا شَاهِدًا عَلَيْكُمْ كَمَا أَرْسَلْنَا إِلَىٰ فِرْعَوْنَ رَسُولًا

16. فَعَصَىٰ فِرْعَوْنُ الرَّسُولَ فَأَخَذْنَاهُ أَخْذًا وَبِيلًا

17. فَكَيْفَ تَتَّقُونَ إِنْ كَفَرْتُمْ يَوْمًا يَجْعَلُ الْوِلْدَانَ شِيبًا

18. السَّمَاءُ مُنْفَطِرٌ بِهِ ۚ كَانَ وَعْدُهُ مَفْعُولًا

19. إِنَّ هَٰذِهِ تَذْكِرَةٌ ۖ فَمَنْ شَاءَ اتَّخَذَ إِلَىٰ رَبِّهِ سَبِيلًا

20. إِنَّ رَبَّكَ يَعْلَمُ أَنَّكَ تَقُومُ أَدْنَىٰ مِنْ ثُلُثَيِ اللَّيْلِ وَنِصْفَهُ وَثُلُثَهُ وَطَائِفَةٌ مِنَ الَّذِينَ مَعَكَ ۚ وَاللَّهُ يُقَدِّرُ اللَّيْلَ وَالنَّهَارَ ۚ عَلِمَ أَنْ لَنْ تُحْصُوهُ فَتَابَ عَلَيْكُمْ ۖ فَاقْرَءُوا مَا تَيَسَّرَ مِنَ الْقُرْآنِ ۚ عَلِمَ أَنْ سَيَكُونُ مِنْكُمْ مَرْضَىٰ ۙ وَآخَرُونَ يَضْرِبُونَ فِي الْأَرْضِ يَبْتَغُونَ مِنْ فَضْلِ اللَّهِ ۙ وَآخَرُونَ يُقَاتِلُونَ فِي سَبِيلِ اللَّهِ ۖ فَاقْرَءُوا مَا تَيَسَّرَ مِنْهُ ۚ وَأَقِيمُوا الصَّلَاةَ وَآتُوا الزَّكَاةَ وَأَقْرِضُوا اللَّهَ قَرْضًا حَسَنًا ۚ وَمَا تُقَدِّمُوا لِأَنْفُسِكُمْ مِنْ خَيْرٍ تَجِدُوهُ عِنْدَ اللَّهِ هُوَ خَيْرًا وَأَعْظَمَ أَجْرًا ۚ وَاسْتَغْفِرُوا اللَّهَ ۖ إِنَّ اللَّهَ غَفُورٌ رَحِيمٌ

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