Surah Az-Zumar Overview — The Troops (Chapter 39)

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الزمر Az-Zumar The Troops
Meccan◉ Juz 23 · 2475 verses12 Concepts
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About This Surah

Surah Az-Zumar (الزمر) is the 39th chapter of the Qur'an, with 75 verses revealed in Mecca. Its main themes are theology, spirituality, and eschatology. It prominently features the Quran.

◉ Juz 23◉ Juz 24Makkan75 Verses
Thematic Domains
Theology
32%
Spirituality
23%
Eschatology
17%
Cosmology
15%
Ethics
12%
Key Concepts
AllahWorshipThe EarthPunishment Of HellfireDisbeliefKnowledgeThe HeavensThe Descent Of RevelationGuidanceGood DeedDivine WillThe Self
Theology — 32%Spirituality — 23%Eschatology — 17%Cosmology — 15%Ethics — 12%
Verse Tone Progression
Command (verses 1–2)Warning (verses 3–3)Praise (verses 4–4)Consolation (verses 5–5)Promise (verses 6–6)Warning (verses 7–9)Command (verses 10–12)Warning (verses 13–13)Praise (verses 14–14)Command (verses 15–15)Warning (verses 16–17)Command (verses 18–18)Warning (verses 19–19)Command (verses 20–20)Warning (verses 21–21)Narrative (verses 22–22)Command (verses 23–23)Warning (verses 24–27)Command (verses 28–28)Praise (verses 29–29)Warning (verses 30–30)Command (verses 31–31)Warning (verses 32–32)Praise (verses 33–34)Promise (verses 35–35)Warning (verses 36–36)Promise (verses 37–37)Command (verses 38–40)Warning (verses 41–43)Praise (verses 44–44)Warning (verses 45–45)Command (verses 46–46)Warning (verses 47–47)Command (verses 48–49)Warning (verses 50–50)Command (verses 51–51)Promise (verses 52–53)Command (verses 54–54)Warning (verses 55–55)Consolation (verses 56–57)Promise (verses 58–58)Command (verses 59–59)Warning (verses 60–60)Consolation (verses 61–61)Command (verses 62–64)Promise (verses 65–65)Praise (verses 66–67)Command (verses 68–68)Praise (verses 69–69)Consolation (verses 70–70)Warning (verses 71–72)Command (verses 73–73)Promise (verses 74–74)Praise (verses 75–75)010203040506070
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Concept Frequency Cloud
Allah40vworship13vthe earth12vpunishment of hellfire11vdisbelief8vknowledge8vthe heavens8vgood deed7vguidance7vthe descent of revelation7vdeeds for the afterlife6vdivine will6v
Top Concept Co-Occurrences
Allah↔knowledge350
the earth↔the heavens221
Allah↔disbelief200
Allah↔the earth186
Allah↔punishment of hellfire127
Allah↔deeds for the afterlife126
Allah↔the heavens126
Allah↔divine will119
Allah↔the descent of revelation112
Allah↔guidance111
Cross-Surah Verse Similarity
45:2
The revelation of the Qur’ān is from Allah, the Mighty whom nobody can overpower, Wise in His creating, decreeing and planning.
∿ similarity: 1.00
46:2
The revelation of the Qur’ān is from Allah, the Mighty whom nobody can overpower, Wise in His creating, decreeing and planning.
∿ similarity: 0.98
30:37
Do they not see that Allah expands the sustenance for whichever of His servants He wishes, testing them to see whether they show g…
∿ similarity: 0.97
40:2
The revelation of the Qur’ān sent down to His Messenger, Muhammad (peace be upon him), is from Allah, the Mighty whom none can ove…
∿ similarity: 0.95
29:68
There is no one more oppressive than the one who fabricates a lie with regards to Allah by attributing a partner to Him, or by rej…
∿ similarity: 0.93
45:33
And the evil consequences of the disbelief and sins they committed in the world will appear to them, and the punishment which they…
∿ similarity: 0.91
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surah Az-Zumar?
Surah Az-Zumar (الزمر) is the 39th chapter of the Qur'an, comprising 75 verses revealed in Mecca.
What are the main themes of Surah Az-Zumar?
The main themes of Surah Az-Zumar are theology, spirituality, and cosmology.
Which key figures are mentioned in Surah Az-Zumar?
Surah Az-Zumar prominently features the Quran and Al Safa.
Is Surah Az-Zumar Meccan or Medinan?
Surah Az-Zumar is Meccan; it was revealed in Mecca and contains 75 verses.
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