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About Surah Al-Anfal (الأنفال)

Meaning
The Spoils of War
Revelation
Madani
Verses
75
Chapter
8 of 114

Al-Anfal was revealed after the Battle of Badr and begins by settling a dispute over the distribution of war gains. It reframes the victory as Allah's doing rather than the Muslims', and sets out the ethics of conflict: discipline, unity, keeping treaties and inclining to peace when the enemy does.

Main themes of Surah Al-Anfal

How to read Surah Al-Anfal on Muslim Guide

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

What does Surah Al-Anfal mean?
The name Al-Anfal (الأنفال) means "The Spoils of War". It is chapter 8 of the Quran and contains 75 verses.
Is Surah Al-Anfal Makki or Madani?
Surah Al-Anfal is a Madani surah, meaning it was revealed after the migration to Madinah.
How many verses are in Surah Al-Anfal?
Surah Al-Anfal has 75 ayat (verses). You can read all of them above with the Arabic text alongside English and Urdu translation.
What is Surah Al-Anfal about?
Al-Anfal was revealed after the Battle of Badr and begins by settling a dispute over the distribution of war gains. It reframes the victory as Allah's doing rather than the Muslims', and sets out the ethics of conflict: discipline, unity, keeping treaties and inclining to peace when the enemy does.
Can I listen to Surah Al-Anfal online?
Yes. Use the audio player on this page to listen to Surah Al-Anfal 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.