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النحل

Surah An-Nahl

The Bee · Surah 16 · Meccan · 128 verses
Surah number
16 of 114
Verses (ayahs)
128
Revelation
Meccan
Meaning
The Bee

Surah An-Nahl (The Bee) is the 16th chapter of the Qur’an, revealed in Mecca.

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Frequently asked

How many verses are in Surah An-Nahl?

Surah An-Nahl has 128 verses (ayahs).

Is Surah An-Nahl Meccan or Medinan?

Surah An-Nahl is a Meccan surah. It is the 16th chapter of the Qur’an.

What does An-Nahl mean?

The name An-Nahl (النحل) means “The Bee.”

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