Introduction
Surah Nas, the 114th chapter of the Quran, is a concise but powerful supplication for protection against all forms of evil. It implores believers to seek refuge in God, the source of all protection and peace.
Arabic Text:
قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ النَّاسِ (١) مَلِكِ النَّاسِ (٢) إِلَهِ النَّاسِ (٣) مِنْ شَرِّ الْوَسْوَاسِ الْخَنَّاسِ (٤) الَّذِي يُوَسْوِسُ فِي صُدُورِ النَّاسِ (٥) مِنَ الْجِنَّةِ وَالنَّاسِ (٦)
English Translation:
"Say, 'I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind, the King of mankind, the God of mankind, From the evil of the retreating whisperer (the Devil), Who whispers into the breasts of mankind, From among jinn and mankind.'" (Quran 114:1-6)
Surah Nas can be summarized into three main sections:
Invocation of God's Protection: Believers are instructed to seek refuge in God, the all-powerful and supreme being who can protect them from all harm.
Identification of the Evil: The specific evil that believers seek protection from is the "retreating whisperer," known as shaitan or the devil. Shaitan is a cunning being who tempts humans to sin and lead them astray.
Origin of the Evil: The surah states that shaitan whispers his evil suggestions into the hearts and minds of humans, both from among jinn (unseen beings) and mankind (humans).
Reciting Surah Nas regularly offers numerous benefits, including:
Numerous Hadith (sayings of Prophet Muhammad) emphasize the importance of reciting Surah Nas before bedtime. Benefits include:
Feature | Details |
---|---|
Quranic Chapter | 114th |
Number of Verses | 6 |
Revealed In | Mecca |
Known As | The Chapter of Mankind |
To maximize the benefits of reciting Surah Nas, consider the following strategies:
Virtue | Hadith Source |
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Protection from evil | Sahih al-Bukhari, Sahih Muslim |
Peace of mind | Ibn Majah, Tirmidhi |
Strengthening of faith | Abu Dawud, Nasai |
Hadith: Prophet Muhammad said, "Whoever recites Surah Nas three times before sleeping will be protected by God from all evil throughout the night." (Tirmidhi)
Quran 7:200: "And if an evil suggestion comes to you from shaitan, then seek refuge in God. Indeed, He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing."
Dua | Invocation |
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Protection from evil spirits | "O God, protect me from the evil of all jinn and mankind, including the evil of the retreating whisperer." |
Peace of mind | "O God, fill my heart with peace and tranquility, and protect me from all forms of evil and doubt." |
Strengthening of faith | "O God, strengthen my faith and reliance on You, and protect me from all temptations and distractions." |
Surah Nas is a powerful invocation of God's protection against all forms of evil. By reciting it regularly, especially before bedtime, believers can strengthen their faith, safeguard their well-being, and experience peace and tranquility in their lives. May God protect us all from the evil of shaitan and grant us His blessings and guidance.
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