Surah Nas PDF

Surah Nas

Surah Nas is the 114th and last chapter of the Holy Quran. Surah Nas is also known as Surah Naas or Surah Al Nas. It has six brief verses that make up it, yet every Muslim has profound spiritual and protective significance. This surah was revealed in Makkah, making it a Makki Surah. Along with Surah Falaq, it is one of the two special chapters called Al-Mu'awwidhatayn, which means the two surahs for asking Allah’s protection.

Themes in Surah Naas

• Protection from the Devil: Asking Allah (SWT) for defense from the evil whispers of Shaitan (Satan), Surah Naas's main topic is protection from evil.
• Human weakness: Human vulnerability reveals how hidden evil forces can influence even the hearts of humans, hence the great need for divine protection.
• Trust in Allah Alone: The surah reminds us that only Allah (SWT), the Lord, King, and God of all mankind, can protect us fully.
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How and When Should One Recite Surah Naas?

• Before going to bed, the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) would blow Surah Naas, Surah Falaq, and Surah Ikhlas on his hands, rubbing them over his body.
• You could recite it after Surah Al-Fatiha in any unit of Salah while you pray.
• Read Surah al Nas in the morning and evening as part of your daily dhikr for protection.

Benefits of Sura Nas

Here are many benefits of reciting Surat Naas, some of them as follows:

• Keeps bad ideas out of the heart.
• Increases confidence in Allah's shelter.
• Offers anxiety or fear soothing.
• Provides defense against both human and jinn-based damage.