Surah Adh-Dhaariyat

The Winnowing Winds · Surah 51 · Meccan · 60 verses

Surah number

51 of 114

Verses (ayahs)

Revelation

Meccan

Meaning

The Winnowing Winds

Surah Adh-Dhaariyat (The Winnowing Winds) is the 51st chapter of the Qur’an, revealed in Mecca.

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Frequently asked

How many verses are in Surah Adh-Dhaariyat?

Surah Adh-Dhaariyat has 60 verses (ayahs).

Is Surah Adh-Dhaariyat Meccan or Medinan?

Surah Adh-Dhaariyat is a Meccan surah. It is the 51st chapter of the Qur’an.

What does Adh-Dhaariyat mean?

The name Adh-Dhaariyat (الذاريات) means “The Winnowing Winds.”

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