The Quran is divided into Surahs (chapters) and further divided into Ayahs (verses). The translation of the word Ayah is "Sign [of Allah]". For a preliminary discussion about the chronological order of chapters, see Surah.
Each surah except the ninth (At-Tawba) is preceded by the Tasmiah, phrase: bismi-llāhi r-raḥmāni r-raḥīm ("In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.").[1] Twenty-nine surahs are preceded by Muqatta'at (lit. abbreviated or shortened), unique letter combinations whose meanings are unknown. The first surah in the Quran is Al-Fatiha.[2]
Surahs of the Makkah period are more related to themes such as resurrection, judgment, and stories from Judaism and Christianity. Surahs of the Medina period focus more on laws for personal affairs, society, and the state.[3]
This document provides a summary of benefits, both physical and spiritual, associated with reciting different surahs (chapters) of the Quran. It lists 81 surahs and mentions health benefits such as treatments for illnesses, pains, or fertility issues. Spiritual benefits include rewards like forgiveness of sins, salvation from hellfire, and ease in reckoning on the Day of Judgment. Other benefits relate to protection, success in life, and gaining proximity to Allah.Read less