55. Surah al-Rahman
The opinions differ whether this is Makki or Madani Surah. According to some scholars this is a Makki Surah revealed during the early Makkan period. The Surah has
78 verses in 3 sections.
The Surah clearly indicates that Prophet Muhammad is Allah’s Prophet and Messenger for both human beings as well as Jinns. Allah's many blessings and favors are mentioned in this Surah. Human beings and Jinn are invited to remember these favors and not to deny Allah's blessings. 31 times we are asked which of Allah’s favors are we going to deny.
Introduction to the Sections
- The various bounties of Allah.
- Everything is finite, but Allah is infinite. Everyone depends on Allah. The warnings to the guilty.
- The rewards for the righteous.