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الإسراء

Surah Al-Israa

The Night Journey · Surah 17 · Meccan · 111 verses
Surah number
17 of 114
Verses (ayahs)
111
Revelation
Meccan
Meaning
The Night Journey

Surah Al-Israa (The Night Journey) is the 17th chapter of the Qur’an, revealed in Mecca.

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Frequently asked

How many verses are in Surah Al-Israa?

Surah Al-Israa has 111 verses (ayahs).

Is Surah Al-Israa Meccan or Medinan?

Surah Al-Israa is a Meccan surah. It is the 17th chapter of the Qur’an.

What does Al-Israa mean?

The name Al-Israa (الإسراء) means “The Night Journey.”

Answers rooted in Surah Al-Israa

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