About This Surah
Surah An-Nur (النور) is the 24th chapter of the Qur'an, with 64 verses revealed in Medina. Its main themes are theology, spirituality, and cosmology. It prominently features Idris and Dhul-Kifl. It contains Ayat al-Nur (24:35).
Topical Breakdown
Verses 1–2020
- 1Clarity of Divine Ordinances
- 2Legal Punishment for Adultery
- 3Marriage Restrictions for Adulterers
- 4Penalty for Slanderous Accusation
- 5Reformation After Slander
- 6Marital Sworn Allegation of Adultery
- 7Invoking the Curse of God in Lian
- 8Wife's Sworn Defense in Lian
- 9Invoking the Wrath of God in Lian
- 10Divine Mercy to Believers
- 11The Incident of Slander
- 12Good Assumption Among Believers
- 13Requirement of Four Witnesses for Accusation
- 14Protection from Worldly and Hereafter Punishment
- 15Danger of Spreading False Rumors
- 16Rejecting Slander and Declaring Divine Glory
- 17Warning Against Repeating Slander
- 18Clarification of Divine Signs
- 19Condemnation of Spreading Immorality
- 20God's Kindness and Compassion
Verses 21–4020
- 21Warning Against the Footsteps of Satan
- 22Maintaining Charity and Pardoning Relatives
- 23Curse Upon Slanderers of Chaste Believing Women
- 24Testimony of Body Limbs
- 25Full Manifestation of Divine Truth and Recompense
- 26Affinity Between the Pure and the Impure
- 27Seeking Permission and Greeting Before Entering Homes
- 28Turning Back When Permission Is Denied
- 29Entering Uninhabited Public Places
- 30Lowering the Gaze and Guarding Modesty for Men
- 31Hijab and Rules of Modesty for Women
- 32Encouraging Marriage for the Unmarried
- 33Chastity for the Unmarried and Emancipation Contracts
- 34Purpose of Clarifying Verses and Parables
- 35The Parable of the Divine Light
- 36Glorifying God in Mosques
- 37Believers Prioritizing Prayer Over Commerce
- 38Rewarding Good Deeds Without Measure
- 39Parable of Disbelievers' Deeds as a Mirage
- 40Parable of Disbelievers' Deeds as Layers of Darkness
Verses 41–6020
- 41Glorification of All Creation in Heavens and Earth
- 42Ultimate Dominion and Final Destination
- 43Power of God in Cloud Formation, Rain, and Hail
- 44Alternation of Night and Day as a Reflection
- 45Creation of All Living Beings from Water
- 46Guiding to the Straight Path Through Clear Verses
- 47Superficial Obedience and Turning Away
- 48Aversion to Prophetic Arbitration
- 49Opportunism in Accepting Truth
- 50Disease of Doubt and Fear of Injustice in Hearts
- 51Complete Hearing and Obedience of Believers
- 52Attaining True Success Through God-Consciousness
- 53False Oaths and Value of True Obedience
- 54Clear Conveyance of the Message
- 55Succession on Earth for the Righteous
- 56Establishing Prayer, Giving Zakah, and Obeying the Messenger
- 57Inability of Disbelievers to Escape Punishment
- 58Three Times of Domestic Privacy for Servants and Children
- 59Full Permission Requirement for Mature Youth
- 60Dress Concessions for Elderly Post-Menopausal Women
Verses 61–644
- 61Commensality with Family and Spreading Greetings
- 62Seeking Permission from the Messenger in Collective Affairs
- 63Veneration of the Messenger and Warning Against Defying His Command
- 64Divine Omniscience and Final Accountability
Verse Tone Progression
Command
Narrative
Promise
Warning
Consolation
Praise
Neutral
Concept Frequency Cloud
Top Concept Co-Occurrences
Allah↔knowledge350
Allah↔faith306
Allah↔messenger188
Allah↔the earth186
knowledge↔the all knowing161
Allah↔punishment of hellfire127
Allah↔deeds for the afterlife126
Allah↔divine mercy125
Allah↔divine will119
Allah↔the all knowing114
Cross-Surah Verse Similarity
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Al-Ma'idah · 5:56
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Az-Zumar · 39:35
So that Allah erases from them the worst sins that they used to do in the world, as they had repented from them and had turned tow…
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Al-Fath · 48:7
To Allah belong the forces of the heavens and the earth. He supports with it whoever of His servants He wishes. Allah is Mighty Wh…
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Luqman · 31:26
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∿ similarity: 0.81
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surah An-Nur?
Surah An-Nur (النور) is the 24th chapter of the Qur'an, comprising 64 verses revealed in Medina.
What are the main themes of Surah An-Nur?
The main themes of Surah An-Nur are theology, spirituality, and prophethood.
Which key figures are mentioned in Surah An-Nur?
Surah An-Nur prominently features Idris and Dhul-Kifl.
What are the notable verses in Surah An-Nur?
Surah An-Nur contains Ayat al-Nur (24:35).
Is Surah An-Nur Meccan or Medinan?
Surah An-Nur is Medinan; it was revealed in Medina and contains 64 verses.
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