Surah Al-Isra – The Night Journey

Classification: Makki | Verses: 111

Surah Al-Isra, also known as Bani Isra’il, revealed in Makkah, is the seventeenth chapter of the Quran. It emphasizes the Night Journey of the Prophet Muhammad (Isra) and the importance of guidance, moral responsibility, and obedience to Allah. The surah addresses both Muslims and the Children of Israel, reminding them of past lessons and the consequences of disbelief. It highlights ethical conduct, justice, patience, and the significance of prayer, charity, and repentance. Believers are encouraged to reflect on Allah’s signs, follow His guidance, and avoid arrogance, pride, and wrongdoing.

• Highlights the Night Journey (Isra) and its spiritual significance.
• Encourages moral responsibility, obedience, and ethical conduct in personal and social life.
• Addresses past communities, including the Children of Israel, as lessons for reflection.
• Stresses the importance of prayer, charity, patience, and repentance.
• Warns against arrogance, pride, and disobedience to divine guidance.
• Emphasizes the consequences of belief and disbelief and the importance of following Allah’s guidance.
• Encourages reflection on creation and divine signs to strengthen faith.