Surah Al-Inshiqaq

Surah Al-Inshiqaq (الانشقاق) is the eighty-fourth chapter of the Holy Quran. Its name means “The Splitting Open.” It is a Makki Surah consisting of 25 ayahs and is contained in the thirtieth Juz of the Quran.

Surah Al-Inshiqaq describes the sky splitting, the earth being stretched, and creation responding to the command of Allah.

The Surah reminds human beings that they are continually striving toward their Lord and will eventually meet the result of that striving.

It describes people receiving their records in different ways, representing very different final outcomes.

Those who receive their record in the right hand will face an easier accounting, while others will recognize the seriousness of what they prepared for themselves.

The Surah points to the evening glow, night, and moon as signs that human life passes through stages.

Surah Al-Inshiqaq calls people to humble acceptance of revelation and reminds them that Allah knows everything they keep within themselves.

On this page, you can view the Quran pages of Surah Al-Inshiqaq, access its PDF, and listen to the complete Surah Al-Inshiqaq audio recitation. The audio feature allows visitors to listen while following the Quran pages on screen.