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About Surah An-Naba (النبأ)

Meaning
The Tidings
Revelation
Makki
Verses
40
Chapter
78 of 114

An-Naba opens with the question the Makkans were arguing over — the great news of resurrection. It answers by pointing to the earth as a bed, the mountains as pegs, sleep as rest, night as covering, and the sun as a blazing lamp, then describes the Day of Decision.

Main themes of Surah An-Naba

How to read Surah An-Naba on Muslim Guide

The full Arabic text of Surah An-Naba 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 An-Naba — Frequently Asked Questions

What does Surah An-Naba mean?
The name An-Naba (النبأ) means "The Tidings". It is chapter 78 of the Quran and contains 40 verses.
Is Surah An-Naba Makki or Madani?
Surah An-Naba is a Makki surah, meaning it was revealed before the migration to Madinah.
How many verses are in Surah An-Naba?
Surah An-Naba has 40 ayat (verses). You can read all of them above with the Arabic text alongside English and Urdu translation.
What is Surah An-Naba about?
An-Naba opens with the question the Makkans were arguing over — the great news of resurrection. It answers by pointing to the earth as a bed, the mountains as pegs, sleep as rest, night as covering, and the sun as a blazing lamp, then describes the Day of Decision.
Can I listen to Surah An-Naba online?
Yes. Use the audio player on this page to listen to Surah An-Naba 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.