About This Surah
Surah Ta-Ha (طه) is the 20th chapter of the Qur'an, with 135 verses revealed in Mecca. Its main themes are spirituality, theology, and prophethood. It prominently features Musa and Adam.
Topical Breakdown
Verses 1–2013
- 1, 3, 99, 113The Quran as a Reminder
- 2Consolation to the Prophet
- 4The Creator of the Heavens and the Earth
- 5Istiwa over the Throne
- 6Absolute Dominion
- 7, 35, 104, 110Knowledge of Secret and Hidden
- 8The Beautiful Names of Allah
- 9, 10The Fire at Mount Sinai
- 11, 12The Sacred Valley of Tuwa
- 13, 41Selection for Prophethood
- 14Establishing Prayer for Remembrance
- 15, 16Inevitability of the Hour
- 17, 18, 19, 20, 21The Miracle of the Staff
Verses 21–4010
- 22, 23The Miracle of the Radiant Hand
- 24, 42, 43Mission to Confront Pharaoh
- 25, 26, 27, 28Expansion of the Chest and Ease
- 29, 30, 31, 32Appointing Harun as Minister
- 33, 34Constant Glorification and Remembrance
- 36Divine Acceptance of Supplication
- 37, 38The Ark and the River
- 39Infiltration of Pharaoh's House
- 40Deliverance from Distress
- 40Musa in Midian
Verses 41–6010
- 44Gentle Speech in Calling to Truth
- 45, 46, 67, 68Divine Accompaniment and Seeing
- 47, 48Demand to Release the Israelites
- 49, 50Allah the Giver of Form and Guidance
- 51, 52The Record of Past Nations
- 53Earth as a Cradle and Pathways
- 53, 54Rain and Diversity of Plants
- 55Cycle of Creation from Dust
- 56, 57, 63Accusation of Sorcery
- 58, 59, 60The Festival Day Contest
Verses 61–809
- 61, 62Fabrication of Falsehood
- 64, 65, 66Sorcery and Illusion
- 69Triumph of Divine Truth
- 70Prostration of the Magicians
- 71Tyranny and Threats of Pharaoh
- 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 112Certainty in Allah's Reward
- 77Parting of the Sea
- 78, 79Drowning of Pharaoh and His Army
- 80, 81Manna and Quail
Verses 81–1008
- 82Acceptance of Sincere Repentance
- 83, 84Hastening to Allah's Pleasure
- 85, 87, 88, 89, 91The Golden Calf Idol
- 86, 92, 93Musa's Anger and Grief
- 90, 94Fear of Division among Israelites
- 95, 96, 97Exposing and Burning the Idol
- 98The Exclusive Divinity of Allah
- 100, 101Bearing Sins on Judgment Day
Verses 101–1209
- 102, 103The Blowing of the Trumpet
- 105, 106, 107Flattening of the Mountains
- 108, 111Submission to the Caller
- 109Conditions of Valid Intercession
- 114Exaltation of Allah the True King
- 114Seeking Increase in Knowledge
- 115Prostration of Angels to Adam
- 116Arrogance of Iblis
- 117, 118, 119, 120Deception of Satan
Verses 121–13512
- 121Eating from the Forbidden Tree
- 122Divine Selection and Repentance of Adam
- 123Guidance versus Misguidance
- 124, 125The Depressed Life and Blindness
- 126, 127Forgetting Allah's Signs
- 128, 129Lessons from Destroyed Generations
- 130Times of Glorification and Praise
- 131Guarding Against Worldly Temptations
- 132Enjoining Family to Pray
- 132The True Ultimate Outcome
- 133, 134Demand for Miracles
- 135Waiting for the Ultimate Judgment
Verse Tone Progression
Command
Narrative
Promise
Warning
Consolation
Praise
Neutral
Concept Frequency Cloud
Top Concept Co-Occurrences
Allah↔knowledge350
Allah↔faith306
Allah↔punishment of hellfire127
Allah↔guidance111
Allah↔divine command96
Allah↔remembrance and reflection85
knowledge↔faith84
Allah↔going astray69
Allah↔exit from hellfire by mercy60
Allah↔divine promise46
Cross-Surah Verse Similarity
An-Nazi'at · 79:15
O Messenger! Has the news of Moses, his Lord and enemy, Pharaoh, come to you?
∿ similarity: 0.97
Al-A'raf · 7:115
Due to their pride, they were certain that they would win against Moses. They asked him: 'Choose O Moses if you want to be the fir…
∿ similarity: 0.95
As-Sajdah · 32:26
Are these people blind that they cannot see how many of the previous nations I destroyed before them? Here they are, walking past…
∿ similarity: 0.92
Ash-Shu'ara · 26:49
Pharaoh, disapproving of the magicians’ belief, said to them, “Have you accepted Moses as being true, before I gave you permission…
∿ similarity: 0.89
Al-Baqarah · 2:34
Allah reveals that He told the angels to prostrate to Adam out of recognition and respect, so they prostrated to him, eager to do…
∿ similarity: 0.88
Al-Isra · 17:61
And remember, O Messenger, when I said to the angels: Prostrate to Adam, as a prostration of greeting, not worship, so they compli…
∿ similarity: 0.84
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surah Ta-Ha?
Surah Ta-Ha (طه) is the 20th chapter of the Qur'an, comprising 135 verses revealed in Mecca.
What are the main themes of Surah Ta-Ha?
The main themes of Surah Ta-Ha are theology, prophethood, and spirituality.
Which key figures are mentioned in Surah Ta-Ha?
Surah Ta-Ha prominently features Musa and Adam.
Is Surah Ta-Ha Meccan or Medinan?
Surah Ta-Ha is Meccan; it was revealed in Mecca and contains 135 verses.
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