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About Surah Al-Fatiha (الفاتحة)
- Meaning
- The Opening
- Revelation
- Makki
- Verses
- 7
- Chapter
- 1 of 114
Al-Fatihah opens the Quran and is recited in every unit of every prayer, making it the most repeated chapter in the world. In seven verses it moves from praise of Allah, to acknowledgement of His mercy and justice, to the believer's core request: guidance along the straight path. It is often called Umm al-Kitab, the Mother of the Book, because it summarises the whole Quran's message.
Main themes of Surah Al-Fatiha
- Praise of Allah
- Mercy and Lordship
- The Day of Judgement
- Seeking guidance
- The straight path
Virtue of Surah Al-Fatiha
The Prophet ﷺ described Al-Fatihah as the greatest surah in the Quran, and a prayer without it is not complete.
How to read Surah Al-Fatiha on Muslim Guide
The full Arabic text of Surah Al-Fatiha is shown above in the Uthmani script, with English and Urdu translation under each ayah. Use the audio player to listen while you read, tap any verse to bookmark or copy it, and switch the translation or reciter from the controls at the top. Everything on this page is free and needs no account.
Surah Al-Fatiha — Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Surah Al-Fatiha mean?
- The name Al-Fatiha (الفاتحة) means "The Opening". It is chapter 1 of the Quran and contains 7 verses.
- Is Surah Al-Fatiha Makki or Madani?
- Surah Al-Fatiha is a Makki surah, meaning it was revealed before the migration to Madinah.
- How many verses are in Surah Al-Fatiha?
- Surah Al-Fatiha has 7 ayat (verses). You can read all of them above with the Arabic text alongside English and Urdu translation.
- What is Surah Al-Fatiha about?
- Al-Fatihah opens the Quran and is recited in every unit of every prayer, making it the most repeated chapter in the world. In seven verses it moves from praise of Allah, to acknowledgement of His mercy and justice, to the believer's core request: guidance along the straight path. It is often called Umm al-Kitab, the Mother of the Book, because it summarises the whole Quran's message.
- Can I listen to Surah Al-Fatiha online?
- Yes. Use the audio player on this page to listen to Surah Al-Fatiha recited by Mishary Rashid Alafasy and other reciters. You can play the full surah or repeat a single ayah while you follow the Arabic text.
- What is the virtue of reciting Surah Al-Fatiha?
- The Prophet ﷺ described Al-Fatihah as the greatest surah in the Quran, and a prayer without it is not complete.