Surah Al-Baqarah – The Cow

Classification: Madani | Verses: 286

Surah Al-Baqarah is the second and longest chapter of the Quran. Revealed in Madinah, it covers a wide range of themes including faith, law, guidance, and the lessons from past nations.

• Introduces the Quran as a guidance for the believers and warns against disbelief and hypocrisy.
• Narrates stories of the Children of Israel (Bani Israel) as lessons for the Muslim community.
• Mentions the change of Qiblah (direction of prayer) from Jerusalem to Makkah.
• Outlines major Islamic laws: prayer, fasting in Ramadan, charity, Hajj, marriage, divorce, inheritance, and business dealings.
• Emphasizes justice, patience, gratitude, and balance between faith and daily life.
• Contains Ayat al-Kursi (2:255), a powerful verse about Allah’s greatness and sovereignty.
• Concludes with a reminder of accountability on the Day of Judgment and a supplication for mercy and forgiveness.