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About Surah Al-Jathiya (الجاثية)
- Meaning
- The Crouching
- Revelation
- Makki
- Verses
- 37
- Chapter
- 45 of 114
Al-Jathiyah points to signs in the heavens, the earth, the alternation of night and day and the sailing of ships, then confronts the person who takes his own desire as his god. Its title comes from the scene of every nation kneeling to receive its record.
Main themes of Surah Al-Jathiya
- Signs for those who reason
- Following desire
- The record of deeds
- Resurrection
- Mockery of revelation
How to read Surah Al-Jathiya on Muslim Guide
The full Arabic text of Surah Al-Jathiya 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-Jathiya — Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Surah Al-Jathiya mean?
- The name Al-Jathiya (الجاثية) means "The Crouching". It is chapter 45 of the Quran and contains 37 verses.
- Is Surah Al-Jathiya Makki or Madani?
- Surah Al-Jathiya is a Makki surah, meaning it was revealed before the migration to Madinah.
- How many verses are in Surah Al-Jathiya?
- Surah Al-Jathiya has 37 ayat (verses). You can read all of them above with the Arabic text alongside English and Urdu translation.
- What is Surah Al-Jathiya about?
- Al-Jathiyah points to signs in the heavens, the earth, the alternation of night and day and the sailing of ships, then confronts the person who takes his own desire as his god. Its title comes from the scene of every nation kneeling to receive its record.
- Can I listen to Surah Al-Jathiya online?
- Yes. Use the audio player on this page to listen to Surah Al-Jathiya 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.