Surah Al-Dhariyat

The Scatterers

(Makki)

KEY TOPICS

This surah begins with an emphasis on the reality of day of judgement. Describes punishment of those who disbelieved and mocked the day of judgement. Righteous people are mentioned with the qualities of worshiping at night, seeking forgiveness and giving charity. Gives an example of Allah’s (swt) power in the form of Ishaq’s (as) birth. Includes stories of various prophets and punishment of their nations. Clearly states the purpose of creation of humans and jinns as worship of Allah (swt).