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About Surah Al-Qalam (القلم)

Meaning
The Pen
Revelation
Makki
Verses
52
Chapter
68 of 114

Al-Qalam swears by the pen and what is written, and defends the Prophet ﷺ against the accusation of madness, testifying that he is upon an exalted standard of character. It tells of the owners of a garden who resolved to withhold its harvest from the poor and lost it overnight.

Main themes of Surah Al-Qalam

How to read Surah Al-Qalam on Muslim Guide

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

What does Surah Al-Qalam mean?
The name Al-Qalam (القلم) means "The Pen". It is chapter 68 of the Quran and contains 52 verses.
Is Surah Al-Qalam Makki or Madani?
Surah Al-Qalam is a Makki surah, meaning it was revealed before the migration to Madinah.
How many verses are in Surah Al-Qalam?
Surah Al-Qalam has 52 ayat (verses). You can read all of them above with the Arabic text alongside English and Urdu translation.
What is Surah Al-Qalam about?
Al-Qalam swears by the pen and what is written, and defends the Prophet ﷺ against the accusation of madness, testifying that he is upon an exalted standard of character. It tells of the owners of a garden who resolved to withhold its harvest from the poor and lost it overnight.
Can I listen to Surah Al-Qalam online?
Yes. Use the audio player on this page to listen to Surah Al-Qalam 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.