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الأحزاب
Al-Ahzab
The ClansMedinan◉ Juz 21 · 2273 verses12 Concepts
About This Surah
Surah Al-Ahzab (الأحزاب) is the 33rd chapter of the Qur'an, with 73 verses revealed in Medina. Its main themes are theology, spirituality, and prophethood. It prominently features Musa and Ibrahim. It contains Ayat al-Tathir (33:33) and Ayat Khatam al-Nabiyyin (33:40).
Topical Breakdown
Verses 1–2017
- 1Fear of God
- 1Obedience to God and His Messenger
- 2Adherence to the Quran
- 3, 17, 48Sufficiency of God as protector
- 4Abolition of pre-Islamic adoption customs
- 5Attribution of lineage to biological fathers
- 5Mistakes versus intentional sin
- 6Inheritance and kinship rights
- 6Status of the Prophet's wives as mothers of believers
- 7The solemn covenant
- 8Accountability of the truthful
- 9Divine aid and invisible armies
- 10, 11Severe trial of the believers
- 12, 14, 18Hypocrisy and demoralization in battle
- 13, 16Desertion and excuses of hypocrites
- 15Breach of covenant with God
- 19, 20Cowardice and greed of hypocrites
Verses 21–4017
- 21The Prophet as the supreme role model
- 22True believers' steadfastness in crisis
- 23Fulfillment of the pledge of martyrdom
- 24, 35, 44Forgiveness and immense reward
- 25Repulsion of the disbelievers
- 26Defeat of Banu Qurayzah
- 27Inheritance of land and wealth
- 28, 29Choice between worldly luxury and the Hereafter
- 30, 31Doubled accountability and reward for the Prophet's wives
- 32, 33Modesty, conduct, and purification of Ahl al-Bayt
- 34Recitation of Quran and wisdom at home
- 35Attributes of comprehensive righteousness
- 35Spiritual equality of men and women
- 36No choice after God and His Messenger decree
- 37Marriage of Zayd and Zaynab
- 38, 39Fulfilling divine orders without fear of people
- 40Seal of the Prophets (Khatam al-Nabiyyin)
Verses 41–6016
- 41Abundant remembrance (Dhikr)
- 42Glorification morning and evening
- 43Bringing humanity from darkness to light
- 45, 47Mission as witness, bearer of glad tidings, and warner
- 46Caller to God and illuminating lamp
- 49Divorce before consummation and no waiting period
- 50, 51, 52Marital regulations specific to the Prophet
- 53Etiquette of visiting the Prophet's home
- 53The decree of Hijab (the veil)
- 54Encompassing divine knowledge of all creation
- 55Rules of unveiling before Mahrams
- 56Sending blessings upon the Prophet (Salawat)
- 57Prohibition of harming God and His Messenger
- 58Prohibition of slandering believers
- 59Decree of outer garments (Jilbab) for women
- 60, 61Deterrence against rumor-mongering in Medina
Verses 61–7310
- 62Unchanging Sunnah of God against corruptors
- 63Exclusive divine knowledge of the Hour
- 64, 65, 66Agony and regret of Hellfire inhabitants
- 67, 68Blaming misleading leaders
- 69Exoneration of Moses from false accusations
- 70Speaking upright words (Qawlan Sadeeda)
- 71Righteous deeds leading to forgiveness
- 72Heavens and earth refusing the Trust
- 72Human assumption of the Trust
- 73Ultimate retribution and acceptance of repentance
Verse Tone Progression
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Concept Frequency Cloud
Top Concept Co-Occurrences
Allah↔knowledge350
Allah↔faith306
Allah↔messenger188
Allah↔punishment of hellfire127
Allah↔divine mercy125
divine mercy↔the most merciful116
Allah↔forgiveness115
faith↔messenger91
divine mercy↔forgiveness88
faith↔knowledge84
Cross-Surah Verse Similarity
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O you who have faith in Allah, and who act on what He ordained, follow Allah and follow the Messenger by fulfilling their instruct…
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An-Nisa · 4:23
Allah has prohibited you to marry your mothers and grandmothers, your daughters and granddaughters, your sisters and half-sisters,…
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Al-Hujurat · 49:1
O those who have faith in Allah and follow whatever He legislates! Do not precede Allah or His Messenger in speech or action, and…
∿ similarity: 0.83
An-Nisa · 4:25
Whoever among you cannot marry a free woman, because he does not have enough wealth, is allowed to marry a believing slave owned b…
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surah Al-Ahzab?
Surah Al-Ahzab (الأحزاب) is the 33rd chapter of the Qur'an, comprising 73 verses revealed in Medina.
What are the main themes of Surah Al-Ahzab?
The main themes of Surah Al-Ahzab are theology, spirituality, and prophethood.
Which key figures are mentioned in Surah Al-Ahzab?
Surah Al-Ahzab prominently features Musa and Ibrahim.
What are the notable verses in Surah Al-Ahzab?
Surah Al-Ahzab contains Ayat al-Tathir (33:33) and Ayat Khatam al-Nabiyyin (33:40).
Is Surah Al-Ahzab Meccan or Medinan?
Surah Al-Ahzab is Medinan; it was revealed in Medina and contains 73 verses.
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