Surah Al-An'aam

The Cattle · Surah 6 · Meccan · 165 verses

Surah number

6 of 114

Verses (ayahs)

165

Revelation

Meccan

Meaning

The Cattle

Surah Al-An'aam (The Cattle) is the 6th chapter of the Qur’an, revealed in Mecca.

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Frequently asked

How many verses are in Surah Al-An'aam?

Surah Al-An'aam has 165 verses (ayahs).

Is Surah Al-An'aam Meccan or Medinan?

Surah Al-An'aam is a Meccan surah. It is the 6th chapter of the Qur’an.

What does Al-An'aam mean?

The name Al-An'aam (الأنعام) means “The Cattle.”

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