About This Surah
Surah Al-Insan (الإنسان) is the 76th chapter of the Qur'an, with 31 verses revealed in Medina. Its main themes are theology, spirituality, and cosmology. It prominently features the Quran.
Topical Breakdown
Verses 1–2015
- 1Time before human existence
- 2Test through blended drop (Nutfah Amshaj)
- 3Guidance to the Path and free will
- 4Chains, shackles, and blaze for disbelievers
- 5Righteous drinking from cup of camphor
- 6, 18Springs of Paradise
- 7, 10Fulfilling vows and fearing the fearful Day
- 8Feeding poor, orphan, and captive for God's sake
- 9Sincerity for the Sake of God (Ikhlas)
- 11Protection from terror and granting of joy
- 12Reward for patience in Paradise
- 13, 14, 20Luxuries and peace in Paradise
- 15, 16Silver vessels and crystal goblets
- 17Cup mixed with ginger
- 19Immortal youths serving believers
Verses 21–3111
- 21Garments of fine green silk and silver bracelets
- 22Acceptance and appreciation of deeds
- 23Gradual revelation of the Quran
- 24Patience with God's decree and rejecting sinners
- 25Remembering God morning and evening
- 26Command to rise for night prayer
- 27Love of the transient world
- 28Divine creation and power to replace
- 29The Quran as a Reminder
- 30Encompassing of Divine Will
- 31Divine Mercy and punishment for wrongdoers
Verse Tone Progression
Command
Promise
Warning
Consolation
Praise
Neutral
Concept Frequency Cloud
Top Concept Co-Occurrences
creation↔divine creation195
Allah↔divine will119
Allah↔path of Allah107
Allah↔wisdom86
Allah↔remembrance and reflection85
Allah↔divine creation75
Allah↔creation69
Allah↔love of Allah54
Allah↔patience29
Allah↔recompense27
Cross-Surah Verse Similarity
Al-Muzzammil · 73:19
This admonition - containing an exposition of the horror and severity of the day of judgment - is a reminder that is of benefit to…
∿ similarity: 0.91
At-Takwir · 81:29
You can only will to remain steadfast or do anything else if Allah, the Lord of all created things, wills that.
∿ similarity: 0.78
Al-Ahzab · 33:8
Allah took this firm covenant from the prophets so He can ask the truthful Messengers regarding their truthfulness, to silence the…
∿ similarity: 0.77
Al-A'la · 87:1
Declare the transcendence of your Lord Who is High above His creation, by uttering His Name when you remember and revere Him.
∿ similarity: 0.69
Adh-Dhariyat · 51:14
It will be said to them: “Taste your punishment. This is what you used to mockingly ask for quickly when you used to be warned of…
∿ similarity: 0.69
Ar-Rahman · 55:78
The name of your Lord, the Possessor of majesty, favour and bounty over His servants, is great and full of goodness.
∿ similarity: 0.67
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surah Al-Insan?
Surah Al-Insan (الإنسان) is the 76th chapter of the Qur'an, comprising 31 verses revealed in Medina.
What are the main themes of Surah Al-Insan?
The main themes of Surah Al-Insan are theology, spirituality, and cosmology.
Which key figures are mentioned in Surah Al-Insan?
Surah Al-Insan prominently features Nuh and the Quran.
Is Surah Al-Insan Meccan or Medinan?
Surah Al-Insan is Medinan; it was revealed in Medina and contains 31 verses.
Read Al-Insan — All 31 Verses
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