Basic Surah Info
Surah Number – 81
Number of Ayah – 29
Revealed City – Mecca
Juz Details – Juz 30 Ayah 1-29
Starting Page Number – 586th Page
Translated By Mustafa Khattab
Summary of Surah At-Takwir
Surah At-Takwir, the 81st surah of the Quran, discusses the events that will occur on the Day of Judgment and the signs of the end times. It takes its name from the mention of “At-Takwir” (the folding up) in the surah. It consists of 29 verses.
The surah begins by describing the extraordinary scenes that will take place on the Day of Judgment. It portrays the sun losing its light, the stars falling and losing their brightness, the mountains being set in motion, and the seas being set ablaze. These events symbolize the massive upheaval and transformation of the universe.
Surah At-Takwir emphasizes the state of fear and confusion that will engulf humanity on that Day. It describes people running in disarray, with their hearts pounding and their eyes filled with fear. It emphasizes that the end times will be a time of great turmoil and upheaval.
The surah highlights the accountability of human beings for their actions. It mentions that on the Day of Judgment, people will be questioned about their deeds and their record of actions will be laid bare. It emphasizes that nothing will remain hidden on that Day and that every person will be recompensed according to their actions.
Surah At-Takwir addresses the disbelievers who reject the signs of Allah and warns them about the consequences of their denial. It portrays the disbelievers as those who have turned away from the truth and warns them of the punishment they will face in the Hereafter.
The surah also mentions the righteous believers and their reward. It describes them as those who will be in Paradise, enjoying its blessings and delights. It emphasizes that the righteous will be in a state of peace and contentment, while the disbelievers will be in a state of punishment and regret.
Surah At-Takwir serves as a reminder of the power and authority of Allah, who has control over all creation. It warns of the consequences of denying the signs of Allah and encourages believers to have faith and trust in Him.
In summary, Surah At-Takwir discusses the events that will occur on the Day of Judgment and the signs of the end times. It portrays the scenes of cosmic upheaval and highlights the state of fear and confusion that will prevail. The surah emphasizes the accountability of human beings for their actions and warns the disbelievers of the consequences of their denial. It also mentions the reward of the righteous believers and serves as a reminder of the power and authority of Allah.
Read English Transliteration of Surah At-Takwir
1. Izash shamsu kuwwirat
2. Wa izan nujoomun kadarat
3. Wa izal jibaalu suyyirat
4. Wa izal ‘ishaaru ‘uttilat
5. Wa izal wuhooshu hushirat
6. Wa izal bihaaru sujjirat
7. Wa izan nufoosu zuwwijat
8. Wa izal maw’oodatu su’ilat
9. Bi ayyi zambin qutilat
10. Wa izas suhufu nushirat
11. Wa izas samaaa’u kushitat
12. Wa izal jaheemu su’-‘irat
13. Wa izal jannatu uzlifat
14. Alimat nafsum maaa ahdarat
15. Falaaa uqsimu bil khunnas
16. Al jawaaril kunnas
17. Wallaili izaa ‘as’as
18. Wassubhi izaa tanaffas
19. Innahoo laqawlu rasoolin kareem
20. Zee quwwatin ‘inda zil ‘arshi makeen
21. Mutaa’in samma ameen
22. Wa maa saahibukum bimajnoon
23. Wa laqad ra aahu bilufuqil mubeen
24. Wa maa huwa ‘alal ghaibi bidaneen
25. Wa maa huwa biqawli shaitaanir rajeem
26. Fa ayna tazhaboon
27. In huwa illaa zikrul lil’aalameen
28. Liman shaaa’a minkum ai yastaqeem
29. Wa maa tashaaa’oona illaaa ai yashaaa ‘al laahu Rabbul ‘Aalameen