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About Surah Al-Layl (الليل)
- Meaning
- The Night
- Revelation
- Makki
- Verses
- 21
- Chapter
- 92 of 114
Al-Layl divides human effort into two paths: the one who gives, is conscious of Allah and believes in the best reward is eased towards ease; the one who withholds and thinks himself self-sufficient is eased towards hardship. It ends with the one who gives his wealth seeking only his Lord's face.
Main themes of Surah Al-Layl
- Two paths
- Giving and withholding
- Sincerity
- Divine facilitation
- The purest of people
How to read Surah Al-Layl on Muslim Guide
The full Arabic text of Surah Al-Layl 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-Layl — Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Surah Al-Layl mean?
- The name Al-Layl (الليل) means "The Night". It is chapter 92 of the Quran and contains 21 verses.
- Is Surah Al-Layl Makki or Madani?
- Surah Al-Layl is a Makki surah, meaning it was revealed before the migration to Madinah.
- How many verses are in Surah Al-Layl?
- Surah Al-Layl has 21 ayat (verses). You can read all of them above with the Arabic text alongside English and Urdu translation.
- What is Surah Al-Layl about?
- Al-Layl divides human effort into two paths: the one who gives, is conscious of Allah and believes in the best reward is eased towards ease; the one who withholds and thinks himself self-sufficient is eased towards hardship. It ends with the one who gives his wealth seeking only his Lord's face.
- Can I listen to Surah Al-Layl online?
- Yes. Use the audio player on this page to listen to Surah Al-Layl 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.