الشمس
Surah Ash-Shams
The Sun · Surah 91 · Meccan · 15 verses
Surah Ash-Shams (The Sun) is the 91st chapter of the Qur’an, revealed in Mecca.
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How many verses are in Surah Ash-Shams?
Surah Ash-Shams has 15 verses (ayahs).
Is Surah Ash-Shams Meccan or Medinan?
Surah Ash-Shams is a Meccan surah. It is the 91st chapter of the Qur’an.
What does Ash-Shams mean?
The name Ash-Shams (الشمس) means “The Sun.”
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