Surah Ash-Shu'araa

The Poets · Surah 26 · Meccan · 227 verses

Surah number

26 of 114

Verses (ayahs)

227

Revelation

Meccan

Meaning

The Poets

Surah Ash-Shu'araa (The Poets) is the 26th chapter of the Qur’an, revealed in Mecca.

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Frequently asked

How many verses are in Surah Ash-Shu'araa?

Surah Ash-Shu'araa has 227 verses (ayahs).

Is Surah Ash-Shu'araa Meccan or Medinan?

Surah Ash-Shu'araa is a Meccan surah. It is the 26th chapter of the Qur’an.

What does Ash-Shu'araa mean?

The name Ash-Shu'araa (الشعراء) means “The Poets.”

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