Verses 1 to 4
Quran 62:1 to 62:4All that is in the heavens and the earth glorifies Allah, and Allah sent a messenger from among the unlettered to recite His verses, purify them and teach them.
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Surah Al-Jumu'ah: Summary
A short, source-labelled summary of Surah Al-Jumu'ah, the chapter of the Quran named after Friday.
Surah Al-Jumu'ah is the 62nd chapter of the Quran. It has 11 verses, and verse 9 addresses the Friday prayer.
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Named after Friday11 versesCall to prayer in 62:9Return to work in 62:10Do not be distracted 62:11
The chapter
What does Surah Al-Jumu'ah cover?
The first part is about the Prophet's mission, and the last part is about the Friday prayer.
Verses 5 to 8
Quran 62:5 to 62:8The chapter gives the example of those who were entrusted with the Torah and did not carry its teachings, and it addresses claims of special status.
Verse 9
Quran 62:9Believers are told to proceed to the remembrance of Allah when the call to prayer is made on Friday, and to leave trade.
Verse 10
Quran 62:10When the prayer is finished, people may disperse in the land, seek Allah's bounty and remember Allah often.
Verse 11
Quran 62:11The chapter ends by criticising those who left the congregation for trade or amusement while the Prophet was standing, and reminds that what is with Allah is better.
Practical
Read it with the day
Ways to bring the chapter into your Friday.
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Read verses 9 to 11 with a translation
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Reflect on what you leave behind when the call is made
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Pair it with the Friday guide to the prayer
Helpful answers
Common questions
Why is the chapter called Al-Jumu'ah?+
It is named after the Friday congregation, which verse 9 addresses.
How many verses does Surah Al-Jumu'ah have?+
Surah Al-Jumu'ah has 11 verses and is the 62nd chapter of the Quran.
Which verse is about the Friday prayer?+
Verse 9 addresses the call to the Friday prayer, and verses 10 and 11 follow it.
A chapter that names the day
Surah Al-Jumu'ah is short enough to read in a few minutes. Read it with a trusted translation and, for tafsir questions, ask a qualified teacher.