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About Surah Al-Isra (الإسراء)

Meaning
The Night Journey
Revelation
Makki
Verses
111
Chapter
17 of 114

Al-Isra opens with the Prophet's ﷺ night journey from Makkah to Jerusalem. It then sets out a series of moral commands often described as the Quran's charter: worship none but Allah, treat parents with kindness, give relatives their due, do not kill, do not approach adultery, fulfil promises, and give full measure.

Main themes of Surah Al-Isra

How to read Surah Al-Isra on Muslim Guide

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

What does Surah Al-Isra mean?
The name Al-Isra (الإسراء) means "The Night Journey". It is chapter 17 of the Quran and contains 111 verses.
Is Surah Al-Isra Makki or Madani?
Surah Al-Isra is a Makki surah, meaning it was revealed before the migration to Madinah.
How many verses are in Surah Al-Isra?
Surah Al-Isra has 111 ayat (verses). You can read all of them above with the Arabic text alongside English and Urdu translation.
What is Surah Al-Isra about?
Al-Isra opens with the Prophet's ﷺ night journey from Makkah to Jerusalem. It then sets out a series of moral commands often described as the Quran's charter: worship none but Allah, treat parents with kindness, give relatives their due, do not kill, do not approach adultery, fulfil promises, and give full measure.
Can I listen to Surah Al-Isra online?
Yes. Use the audio player on this page to listen to Surah Al-Isra 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.