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About Surah As-Sajda (السجدة)

Meaning
The Prostration
Revelation
Makki
Verses
30
Chapter
32 of 114

As-Sajdah is a short Makkan surah on creation, resurrection and the contrast between the believer and the defiant. It contains a verse of prostration, and describes those who leave their beds at night to call upon their Lord in hope and fear.

Main themes of Surah As-Sajda

How to read Surah As-Sajda on Muslim Guide

The full Arabic text of Surah As-Sajda 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 As-Sajda — Frequently Asked Questions

What does Surah As-Sajda mean?
The name As-Sajda (السجدة) means "The Prostration". It is chapter 32 of the Quran and contains 30 verses.
Is Surah As-Sajda Makki or Madani?
Surah As-Sajda is a Makki surah, meaning it was revealed before the migration to Madinah.
How many verses are in Surah As-Sajda?
Surah As-Sajda has 30 ayat (verses). You can read all of them above with the Arabic text alongside English and Urdu translation.
What is Surah As-Sajda about?
As-Sajdah is a short Makkan surah on creation, resurrection and the contrast between the believer and the defiant. It contains a verse of prostration, and describes those who leave their beds at night to call upon their Lord in hope and fear.
Can I listen to Surah As-Sajda online?
Yes. Use the audio player on this page to listen to Surah As-Sajda 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.