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About Surah Al-Maidah (المائدة)
- Meaning
- The Table Spread
- Revelation
- Madani
- Verses
- 120
- Chapter
- 5 of 114
Al-Maidah takes its name from the table of food sent down to the disciples of Isa. Revealed late in the Prophet's ﷺ life, it deals with covenants and their obligations, lawful and unlawful food, purification, and justice even towards those one dislikes. It contains the verse announcing the perfection of the religion.
Main themes of Surah Al-Maidah
- Covenants
- Halal and haram
- Wudu and purification
- Justice
- Completion of the religion
How to read Surah Al-Maidah on Muslim Guide
The full Arabic text of Surah Al-Maidah 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-Maidah — Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Surah Al-Maidah mean?
- The name Al-Maidah (المائدة) means "The Table Spread". It is chapter 5 of the Quran and contains 120 verses.
- Is Surah Al-Maidah Makki or Madani?
- Surah Al-Maidah is a Madani surah, meaning it was revealed after the migration to Madinah.
- How many verses are in Surah Al-Maidah?
- Surah Al-Maidah has 120 ayat (verses). You can read all of them above with the Arabic text alongside English and Urdu translation.
- What is Surah Al-Maidah about?
- Al-Maidah takes its name from the table of food sent down to the disciples of Isa. Revealed late in the Prophet's ﷺ life, it deals with covenants and their obligations, lawful and unlawful food, purification, and justice even towards those one dislikes. It contains the verse announcing the perfection of the religion.
- Can I listen to Surah Al-Maidah online?
- Yes. Use the audio player on this page to listen to Surah Al-Maidah 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.