Surah Al-Ma'idah

Surah Al-Ma'idah (المائدة) is the fifth chapter of the Holy Quran. Its name means “The Table Spread.” It is a Madani Surah consisting of 120 ayahs and extends across the sixth and seventh Juz of the Quran.

Surah Al-Ma'idah discusses important teachings related to faith, lawful and unlawful matters, justice, promises, social responsibilities, and obedience to Allah. The Surah encourages believers to remain committed to their agreements and follow the guidance given by Allah.

A major theme of Surah Al-Ma'idah is justice and fairness. It teaches Muslims not to allow personal feelings or disagreements to prevent them from acting justly. Believers are reminded to remain truthful and fair in their dealings with others.

The Surah also contains guidance about permissible foods, dietary rules, hunting, purification, and religious obligations. These teachings provide practical guidance for Muslims in different areas of everyday life.

Surah Al-Ma'idah contains references to earlier prophets and communities, including Prophet Musa (Moses) and Prophet Isa (Jesus), peace be upon them. It discusses important lessons from their communities and reminds believers to remain faithful to divine guidance.

The name of the Surah comes from the account of the table spread requested by the disciples of Prophet Isa. This event serves as a reminder of Allah's power, blessings, and the responsibility that comes with receiving clear signs.

On this page, you can view the Quran pages of Surah Al-Ma'idah, access its PDF, and listen to the complete Surah Al-Ma'idah audio recitation. The audio feature allows visitors to listen to the Surah while following the Quran pages on screen.