Basic Surah Info
Surah Number – 101
Number of Ayah – 11
Revealed City – Mecca
Juz Details – Juz 30 Ayah 1-11
Starting Page Number – 600th Page
Translated By Mustafa Khattab
Summary of Surah Al-Qari’ah
Surah Al-Qari’ah, the 101st surah of the Quran, draws attention to the Day of Judgment and the reckoning that will take place. It uses vivid imagery to depict the overwhelming impact of the Day of Judgment on people’s lives. It emphasizes the consequences of one’s actions and underscores the importance of righteous deeds. It consists of 11 verses.
The surah begins by describing the striking impact of the Day of Judgment. It uses the metaphor of “Al-Qari’ah,” which means “The Striking Calamity” or “The Catastrophe.” This portrays the sudden and powerful nature of the events that will unfold on that day.
Surah Al-Qari’ah emphasizes that on the Day of Judgment, people’s deeds will be weighed and evaluated. It highlights that even the smallest of good or bad deeds will have an impact and determine one’s fate. Those whose scales are heavy with good deeds will experience everlasting bliss, while those whose scales are light will face severe consequences.
The surah warns that those whose scales are light will be thrown into a pit of fire called “Hawiya.” They will enter into a state of distress and anguish, fully experiencing the consequences of their actions.
Surah Al-Qari’ah stresses that all the pleasures and luxuries of this worldly life will pale in comparison to the eternal rewards or punishments in the Hereafter. It reminds people that their true success lies in righteousness and good deeds, which will secure their place in Paradise.
The surah concludes by highlighting that those whose scales are heavy with good deeds will have a pleasant and satisfying life. They will be in a state of contentment and felicity, enjoying the rewards and blessings bestowed upon them by Allah.
In summary, Surah Al-Qari’ah draws attention to the Day of Judgment and the reckoning that will take place. It emphasizes the consequences of one’s actions and underscores the importance of righteous deeds. The surah serves as a reminder of the transient nature of this worldly life and encourages individuals to focus on attaining success in the Hereafter through virtuous actions.
Read English Translated Version of Surah Al-Qari’ah
1. The Striking Disaster!
2. What is the Striking Disaster?
3. And what will make you realize what the Striking Disaster is?
4. ˹It is˺ the Day people will be like scattered moths,
5. and the mountains will be like carded wool.
6. So as for those whose scale is heavy ˹with good deeds˺,
7. they will be in a life of bliss.
8. And as for those whose scale is light,
9. their home will be the abyss.
10. And what will make you realize what that is?
11. ˹It is˺ a scorching Fire.