الواقعة
Surah Al-Waaqia
The Inevitable · Surah 56 · Meccan · 96 verses
Describes the Day of Judgment and the three groups of people on that Day.
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How many verses are in Surah Al-Waaqia?
Surah Al-Waaqia has 96 verses (ayahs).
Is Surah Al-Waaqia Meccan or Medinan?
Surah Al-Waaqia is a Meccan surah. It is the 56th chapter of the Qur’an.
What does Al-Waaqia mean?
The name Al-Waaqia (الواقعة) means “The Inevitable.”
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