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About Surah Al-Hashr (الحشر)

Meaning
The Exile
Revelation
Madani
Verses
24
Chapter
59 of 114

Al-Hashr recounts the exile of a tribe that broke its treaty with the Muslims, and praises the Ansar of Madinah who gave preference to the emigrants over themselves even while in need. It closes with a sequence of Allah's names that is among the most recited passages of the Quran.

Main themes of Surah Al-Hashr

How to read Surah Al-Hashr on Muslim Guide

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

What does Surah Al-Hashr mean?
The name Al-Hashr (الحشر) means "The Exile". It is chapter 59 of the Quran and contains 24 verses.
Is Surah Al-Hashr Makki or Madani?
Surah Al-Hashr is a Madani surah, meaning it was revealed after the migration to Madinah.
How many verses are in Surah Al-Hashr?
Surah Al-Hashr has 24 ayat (verses). You can read all of them above with the Arabic text alongside English and Urdu translation.
What is Surah Al-Hashr about?
Al-Hashr recounts the exile of a tribe that broke its treaty with the Muslims, and praises the Ansar of Madinah who gave preference to the emigrants over themselves even while in need. It closes with a sequence of Allah's names that is among the most recited passages of the Quran.
Can I listen to Surah Al-Hashr online?
Yes. Use the audio player on this page to listen to Surah Al-Hashr 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.