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About Surah An-Nas (الناس)

Meaning
Mankind
Revelation
Makki
Verses
6
Chapter
114 of 114

An-Nas closes the Quran by seeking refuge with the Lord of mankind, the Sovereign of mankind, the God of mankind, from the retreating whisperer who whispers into the breasts of people — from among the jinn and mankind. Where Al-Falaq deals with external harm, An-Nas deals with the whisper within.

Main themes of Surah An-Nas

Virtue of Surah An-Nas

An-Nas is recited together with Al-Falaq and Al-Ikhlas three times each morning and evening, and before sleeping, as taught by the Prophet ﷺ.

How to read Surah An-Nas on Muslim Guide

The full Arabic text of Surah An-Nas 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 An-Nas — Frequently Asked Questions

What does Surah An-Nas mean?
The name An-Nas (الناس) means "Mankind". It is chapter 114 of the Quran and contains 6 verses.
Is Surah An-Nas Makki or Madani?
Surah An-Nas is a Makki surah, meaning it was revealed before the migration to Madinah.
How many verses are in Surah An-Nas?
Surah An-Nas has 6 ayat (verses). You can read all of them above with the Arabic text alongside English and Urdu translation.
What is Surah An-Nas about?
An-Nas closes the Quran by seeking refuge with the Lord of mankind, the Sovereign of mankind, the God of mankind, from the retreating whisperer who whispers into the breasts of people — from among the jinn and mankind. Where Al-Falaq deals with external harm, An-Nas deals with the whisper within.
Can I listen to Surah An-Nas online?
Yes. Use the audio player on this page to listen to Surah An-Nas 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 An-Nas?
An-Nas is recited together with Al-Falaq and Al-Ikhlas three times each morning and evening, and before sleeping, as taught by the Prophet ﷺ.