Surah An-Nasr (سُورَةُ النَّصۡرِ) — Translation, Meaning & Tafsir
Read Surah An-Nasr — the 110th chapter of the Quran with 3 verses. Divine Support. English translation and commentary.
Overview
An-Nasr (سُورَةُ النَّصۡرِ) — "Divine Support" is the 110th chapter of the Holy Quran. It contains 3 verses and is a Medinan (Madani) surah.
Selected Verses
Verse 1
بِسْمِ ٱللَّهِ ٱلرَّحْمَٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ إِذَا جَآءَ نَصْرُ ٱللَّهِ وَٱلْفَتْحُ
WHEN GOD'S SUCCOUR comes, and victory,
Verse 2
وَرَأَيْتَ ٱلنَّاسَ يَدْخُلُونَ فِى دِينِ ٱللَّهِ أَفْوَاجًۭا
and thou seest people enter God's religion in hosts,
Verse 3
فَسَبِّحْ بِحَمْدِ رَبِّكَ وَٱسْتَغْفِرْهُ ۚ إِنَّهُۥ كَانَ تَوَّابًۢا
extol thy Sustainer's limitless glory, and praise Him, and seek His forgiveness: for, behold, He is ever an acceptor of repentance.
Key Themes
The surah of An-Nasr (Divine Support) covers important Islamic themes including faith, guidance, and the relationship between humanity and Allah. As a Medinan (Madani) surah, it reflects the spiritual and theological context of that period of revelation.
Virtues of Reading This Surah
Regular recitation of the Quran is highly encouraged. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
"The best of you is the one who learns the Quran and teaches it." — Sahih Al-Bukhari
Reading any portion of the Quran brings immense rewards. Make a habit of reciting Surah An-Nasr as part of your daily Quran reading.
How to Recite
- Make wudu (ritual purification) before touching the Mushaf
- Begin with "A'udhu billahi minash-shaytanir-rajim" (I seek refuge in Allah from the accursed devil)
- Begin with Bismillah (except in Surah At-Tawbah)
- Recite with tarteel (measured, deliberate pace)
- Reflect on the meaning as you recite
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When was Surah An-Nasr revealed? It was revealed during the Medinan (Madani) period of the Prophet's ﷺ mission.
Q: How many verses does Surah An-Nasr have? It contains 3 ayaat (verses).
Q: What does "Divine Support" mean? The name "An-Nasr" translates to "Divine Support" in English.