الحج
Surah Al-Hajj
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ
Benefits & Significance of Surah Al-Hajj
Virtues of reciting the Quran that apply to Surah Al-Hajj, with the authenticity grading of each narration.
Reward for Every Letter of the Quran Recited
A general virtue of reciting any part of the Quran: the Prophet ﷺ said: 'Whoever recites a letter from the Book of Allah will receive a good deed, and a good deed is rewarded tenfold. I do not say that Alif-Lam-Mim is one letter; rather Alif is a letter, Lam is a letter and Mim is a letter.'
Ref: Jami' at-Tirmidhi 2910Sahih (al-Albani)
The Quran Intercedes for Its Companions
A general virtue of reciting the Quran: the Prophet ﷺ said: 'Recite the Quran, for it will come as an intercessor for its companions on the Day of Resurrection.'
Ref: Sahih Muslim 804Sahih
Frequently Asked Questions About Surah Al-Hajj
What does the name "Al-Hajj" mean?
Al-Hajj (الحج) is usually translated as "The Pilgrimage". It is Surah number 22 of the 114 Surahs of the Quran.
How many verses are in Surah Al-Hajj?
Surah Al-Hajj has 78 verses (ayat) and occupies pages 332–341 of the standard Madani Mushaf.
Is Surah Al-Hajj Makki or Madani?
Surah Al-Hajj is classified as Madani, revealed in Madinah after the Hijrah. It is commonly listed as number 103 in the order of revelation.
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