About This Surah
Surah Sad (ص) is the 38th chapter of the Qur'an, with 88 verses revealed in Mecca. Its main themes are spirituality, eschatology, and theology. It prominently features Dawud and Sulayman.
Topical Breakdown
Verses 1–2019
- 1Disjointed letters (Al-Muqatta'at)
- 1The wisdom and oaths of the Quran
- 2Arrogance and schism of the disbelievers
- 3Lessons from previously destroyed generations
- 4Disbelievers astonished at a human warner
- 5Absolute Oneness of God
- 6, 7Chiefs inciting persistence in idolatry
- 8Doubts and jealousy regarding revelation
- 9, 39Treasures of mercy of the Almighty, the Bestower
- 10, 66Lord of cosmic realms and sunrises
- 11Inevitable defeat of the allied opponents
- 12Denial by nations of Noah, Aad, and Pharaoh
- 13Denial by Thamud, Lot, and dwellers of the Wood
- 14Realization of the divine decree upon persistent deniers
- 15Sudden seizure by the Blast while disputing
- 16Skeptical demands for the Promised Hour
- 17Command to bear patiently and remember servant David
- 18, 19Subjugation of mountains and birds glorifying with David
- 20Strengthening David's kingdom with wisdom and decisive speech
Verses 21–4013
- 21, 22, 23The trial of the two litigants entering David's sanctuary
- 24David's realization, prostration, and repentance
- 25, 40Divine forgiveness and high nearness for David
- 26Vicegerency and judging between people with justice
- 27Purposeful creation of heavens and earth without falsehood
- 28Distinction between the righteous and the corrupters
- 29Contemplation of the blessed Quran by people of understanding
- 30Solomon as an excellent, constantly returning servant
- 31, 32, 33Solomon's inspection of the noble thoroughbred steeds
- 34Trial of Solomon on his throne and his repentance
- 35Solomon's prayer for forgiveness and unequaled kingdom
- 36Subjugation of the wind blowing at Solomon's command
- 37, 38Subjugation of devils, builders, and divers for Solomon
Verses 41–6015
- 41Job's affliction and distress calling upon his Lord
- 42Miraculous healing of Job through cool washing water
- 43Divine mercy (Ar-Rahman, Ar-Rahim)
- 44Exemplary patience and faithfulness of Job
- 45Virtues of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob endowed with insight
- 46, 47, 83The sincere chosen servants of God
- 48Commending Ishmael, Elisha, and Dhul-Kifl
- 49, 50Gardens of Eden with opened gates for the righteous
- 51Shade, adorned couches, and bountiful fruit
- 52Luxurious bliss, pure wine, and spouses of Paradise
- 53The Day of Recompense
- 54Inexhaustible everlasting provision of Paradise
- 55, 56Evil return of the transgressors into Hellfire
- 57, 58The infernal tree of Zaqqum and boiling scalding drink
- 59, 60, 61, 64Mutual recrimination between followers and leaders in Hell
Verses 61–8014
- 62, 63Deniers searching in vain for mocked believers in Hell
- 65The Prophet as a warner and declaring the One Prevailing God
- 67, 68The great message turned away from by deniers
- 69Knowledge of the elevated angelic assembly revealed to Prophet
- 70The Prophet's exclusive mission as a clear warner
- 71Creation of Adam from clay and breathing the spirit
- 72Divine command to angels to prostrate to Adam
- 73Prostration of all angels together
- 74Arrogance and rebellion of Iblis against God's command
- 75Divine rebuke of Iblis for refusing to prostrate
- 76False pride and flawed analogy of Iblis regarding fire and clay
- 77, 78Expulsion and cursing of Iblis from the heavens
- 79Iblis requesting respite until the Day of Resurrection
- 80, 81Granting respite to Iblis until the Appointed Time
Verses 81–885
- 82Satanic vow to mislead all mankind
- 84, 85Divine decree of filling Hell with Satan and his followers
- 86Prophet asking no material wage and disclaiming pretension
- 87The Quran as a universal reminder to all creation
- 88Eventual realization of the Quran's prophecies
Verse Tone Progression
Command
Narrative
Promise
Warning
Consolation
Praise
Concept Frequency Cloud
Top Concept Co-Occurrences
Allah↔disbelief200
the earth↔Allah186
punishment of hellfire↔Allah127
Allah↔forgiveness115
worship↔Allah95
remembrance and reflection↔Allah85
Allah↔divine creation75
punishment of hellfire↔disbelief68
the earth↔divine creation64
Allah↔the almighty55
Cross-Surah Verse Similarity
Al-Hijr · 15:36
Iblis said: O Lord, allow me to live and do not cause me to die until the day that Adam and his offspring are resurrected.
∿ similarity: 1.00
Al-A'raf · 7:15
Allah told Satan: 'You are O Satan given respite till the first blast of the trumpet when all created beings die, and the Creator…
∿ similarity: 0.97
Al-Hijr · 15:34
Allah said to Iblis: Exit from paradise, for you are banished.
∿ similarity: 0.96
Al-Hijr · 15:38
Until the time when all created things will die, upon the first blow of the Horn.
∿ similarity: 0.95
Al-Hijr · 15:37
Allah (the Exalted) said: You are of those who I will grant a long life.
∿ similarity: 0.93
Al-Hijr · 15:35
Upon you is My damnation and banished you are from My mercy until the Day of Judgment.
∿ similarity: 0.92
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surah Sad?
Surah Sad (ص) is the 38th chapter of the Qur'an, comprising 88 verses revealed in Mecca.
What are the main themes of Surah Sad?
The main themes of Surah Sad are theology, prophethood, and spirituality.
Which key figures are mentioned in Surah Sad?
Surah Sad prominently features Dawud and Sulayman.
Is Surah Sad Meccan or Medinan?
Surah Sad is Meccan; it was revealed in Mecca and contains 88 verses.
Read Sad — All 88 Verses
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