About Surah Al-Qaria (القارعة)

Meaning

The Calamity

Revelation

Makki

Verses

11

Chapter

101 of 114

Al-Qariah names the Day of Judgement the Striking Calamity and pictures people like scattered moths and mountains like carded wool. It then weighs deeds in a balance: heavy scales bring a pleasant life, light scales a bottomless pit.

Main themes of Surah Al-Qaria

• The Striking Calamity
• The scales of deeds
• Signs of the Hour
• Reward and punishment
• Warning

How to read Surah Al-Qaria on Muslim Guide

The full Arabic text of Surah Al-Qaria 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-Qaria — Frequently Asked Questions

What does Surah Al-Qaria mean?

The name Al-Qaria (القارعة) means "The Calamity". It is chapter 101 of the Quran and contains 11 verses.

Is Surah Al-Qaria Makki or Madani?

Surah Al-Qaria is a Makki surah, meaning it was revealed before the migration to Madinah.

How many verses are in Surah Al-Qaria?

Surah Al-Qaria has 11 ayat (verses). You can read all of them above with the Arabic text alongside English and Urdu translation.

What is Surah Al-Qaria about?

Al-Qariah names the Day of Judgement the Striking Calamity and pictures people like scattered moths and mountains like carded wool. It then weighs deeds in a balance: heavy scales bring a pleasant life, light scales a bottomless pit.

Can I listen to Surah Al-Qaria online?

Yes. Use the audio player on this page to listen to Surah Al-Qaria 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.