Surah Ad-Dahar

About Surah Ad-Dahar

This surah is known both as Ad-Dahr (“Time”) and Al-Insan (“The Human Being”), after words in its first verse. quran.com lists it under the name Al-Insan (الانسان) and classifies it as Madani, although its chapter notes say most commentators regard it as Makki. In the revelation-order list used by quran.com, it is number 98 of 114. In the order of the Mushaf it comes after Surah Al-Qiyamah and before Surah Al-Mursalat.

Main Themes of Surah Ad-Dahar

The surah reminds people of their real place in the world and of where thankfulness and thanklessness lead.

• A reminder that there was a time when the human being was nothing worth mentioning, and that his creation began from a tiny mixed drop.
• Human beings were given intelligence and a clear view of two paths, thankfulness and thanklessness, so that their choice could be tested.
• A brief statement of the outcome for those who choose disbelief.
• A detailed description (verses 5–22) of the blessings awaiting those who serve Allah faithfully, and of the deeds that lead to them.

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