This is an early Makki Surah revealed about 6-7 years before the Hijrah.  It has 118 verses in 6 sections.

In this Surah people are invited to accept and follow the Prophet.  It speaks about the character of the true believers.  It draws attention to various stages of human creation, to many other universal signs.  Then it takes some of the stories of other prophets and tells us that they also preached the same message.

Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

This is the 103rd Surah according to the order of revelation. Some authorities consider this a Makki Surah, but according to the majority it is Madani.  This Surah has 78 verses in 10 sections.

The Surah reminds about the approaching end of the world, need for the firmness of faith to support the truth and to eradicate the evil.  It talks about prayers, humbleness and sacrifice, respect of the Ka'bah, the House of Allah, and striving to defend the truth.

Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

This is the 73rd Surah according to the order of revelation.  This is a Makki Surah revealed about 5-6 years before the Hijrah.  It has112 verses in 7 sections.

The basic theme of the Surah is Prophets and Prophethood as indicated by the name itself.  All Prophets were human beings.  They suffered at the hands of their enemies. Allah also tested them, but they always trusted Allah and lived according to His command.  They were people of prayers and devotions and Allah listened to their prayers.

Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

This is a Makki Surah.  It was revealed sometime before the Hijrah to Abyssinia.  It is also mentioned that the recitation of this Surah by ‘Umar’s sister led to his conversion to Islam.  This took place sometimes in the 5th year of Prophethood. This Surah has 135 verses in 8 sections.

The subject matter of the Surah is to assure the Prophet and his followers that the message of the Qur'an will eventually succeed.  The story of Prophet Moses is mentioned in detail.  Then it is mentioned how the enemies of Islam are opposing it and what will be the consequences of this opposition for them.

Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

This is the 69th Surah according to the order of revelation. This is a Makki Surah revealed 4-5 years before the Hijrah.  It has 110 verses in 12 sections.

The Surah answers some questions that the Mushrikin of Makkah posed to the Prophet –peace be upon him.  The answers came in a very clear way and also challenged them to accept the message of Islam. In this Surah we have the stories of: the People of the Cave, the man who had two gardens and was very proud of himself, Prophet Moses with an angelic figure, Dhulqarnain a pious ruler.  These stories are told to emphasize the value of faith, knowledge and patience, the relativity of time, and the variety in this world.

Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Surah 50 according to the order of revelation.  This is a Makki Surah revealed after the events of Isra' and Mi'raj, which took place about a year and half before the Hijrah.  The Surah has 111 verses and 12 sections.

This Surah concentrates on some important moral and spiritual principles.  It emphasizes that human beings always need divine guidance.  Without the guidance of Allah, humans end up in evil, sin and misery.  Human beings must have good relations with each other and live in a society built on the principles of faith, justice and morality.  The Surah talks about the evils of pride and arrogance and urges human beings to reflect on Allah's signs and be humble before Him in prayers.

Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

This is the 70th Surah according to the order of revelation.  This is one of the late Makki Surahs revealed sometime before the Hijrah.  This and previous six Surahs (Yunus, Hud, Yusuf, al-Ra'd, Ibrahim and al-Hijr) were revealed one after another.  The time period and themes are similar.  This Surah has 128 verses in 16 sections.

The Surah speaks about Allah's creative power.  Everything in the universe points to Allah.  There is coherence and balance in Allah's creation.

Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

This is the 54th Surah according to the order of revelation.  This is a Makki Surah revealed about 3-4 years before the Hijrah.  It has 99 verses in 6 sections. The name al-Hijr refers probably to the same area where Thamud used to live in the northwestern part of Arabia.

The main theme of the Surah is divine guidance, and people's response.  Allah's warns those who deny this message and as a reminder of these warnings, we have here the stories of Prophet Lot's people, Thamud and other groups.

Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

It is probably one of the last Makki Surahs.  It has 52 verses and 7 sections.

The basic theme of the Surah is Allah's guidance through His prophets.  The purpose of this guidance is to take the people from darkness to light.  Many people in the past had doubts about their prophets. They laughed at them and they threatened to kill them or expel them from their towns. However, the lasting word is the "good word." The Surah also mentions Prophet Ibrahim's prayer when he established the city of Makkah.

Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.

Opinions differ about its being Makki or Madani Surah.  According to some authorities it is Makki with the exception of few verses and according to others it is Madani except few verses revealed in Makkah.  It seems its time period is closer to the Hijrah.  The Surah has 43 verses in 6 sections.

The basic theme of the Surah is divine guidance.  Allah has created this whole universe. He knows what is in the wombs and every thing is under His knowledge.  He sent His prophets and guides to all people for their guidance and now the Last Messenger has come.

Recitation: Shaykh Mishaari Raashid & Ibrahaim Walk using Saheeh International Translation. Thematic introduction: Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqi.