Surah An-Nasr (The Divine Support)

An-Nasr means "The Divine Support" or "The Help," referring to the aid and victory granted by God.

An-Nasr is the 110th chapter of the Quran, comprising three ayahs, and is traditionally classified as Medinan. It is widely regarded as one of the last complete surahs revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. The surah speaks of the arrival of God's help and victory, and of people entering the religion of God in large numbers. In response to these developments, it instructs the Prophet to glorify and praise God and to seek His forgiveness, affirming that God is ever-accepting of repentance. Many scholars have understood the surah as an intimation of the completion of the Prophet's mission and the approach of the end of his life. Its tone is one of gratitude, humility, and turning to God at the moment of triumph, teaching that success should be met with praise and seeking forgiveness rather than pride.

Surah number: 110
Revelation: Medinan
Ayahs: 3
Arabic: النصر

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Main themes

God's help and the granting of victory
People embracing the faith in large numbers
Gratitude and praise of God in times of success
Humility and seeking forgiveness
Intimations of the completion of the Prophet's mission

Why this surah matters

An-Nasr is widely considered one of the final surahs revealed, and it is often discussed in connection with the closing period of the Prophet's life. It is valued for its lesson that victory and success should be met with humility, praise, and repentance rather than triumphalism. Many Muslims memorize it early due to its brevity, and it is frequently recited in daily prayers. Its themes of gratitude at moments of accomplishment are widely referenced.

Frequently asked questions

Is Surah An-Nasr one of the last revealed?

It is widely regarded as one of the last complete surahs revealed to the Prophet, and many scholars connect it with the final period of his life.

What is the central lesson of Surah An-Nasr?

It teaches that when God grants help and success, one should respond with praise, gratitude, and seeking forgiveness, rather than with pride.

Is An-Nasr Meccan or Medinan?

It is traditionally classified as Medinan, revealed after the Prophet's migration to Medina, and associated with the later period of his mission.

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