Suratul Nasr: Reading and Meaning – JSS1 Islamic Studies Lesson Note (Third Term)

Suratul Nasr is the 110th chapter (surah) of the Holy Quran. It is a short surah with only three verses. This surah was revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) near the end of his life. It brings good news and teaches us important lessons.

Behavioural objectives

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

• Say where Suratul Nasr comes in the Holy Quran and how many verses it has
• Read the Arabic text of Suratul Nasr slowly and carefully
• Give the meaning of each of the three verses
• Explain when the surah was revealed
• State the lessons we learn from the surah

The Arabic text of Suratul Nasr

بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ

إِذَا جَاءَ نَصْرُ اللَّهِ وَالْفَتْحُ

وَرَأَيْتَ النَّاسَ يَدْخُلُونَ فِي دِينِ اللَّهِ أَفْوَاجًا

فَسَبِّحْ بِحَمْدِ رَبِّكَ وَاسْتَغْفِرْ ۚ إِنَّهُ كَانَ تَوَّابًا

What is the meaning of Suratul Nasr?

First verse: Allah’s help and victory

Arabic: إِذَا جَاءَ نَصْرُ اللَّهِ وَالْفَتْحُ

Translation: “When the help of Allah comes and the victory”

This verse tells us that Allah will help Prophet Muhammad and the Muslims. It promises that they will be successful and win over their enemies. The word “Nasr” means help, and “Fath” means victory.

Second verse: people entering Islam

Arabic: وَرَأَيْتَ النَّاسَ يَدْخُلُونَ فِي دِينِ اللَّهِ أَفْوَاجًا

Translation: “And you see the people entering the religion of Allah in groups”

This verse is about many people accepting Islam. “Afwajan” means in big groups. It shows that after the victory, many people will come to Islam and become Muslims.

Third verse: praising and asking forgiveness

Arabic: فَسَبِّحْ بِحَمْدِ رَبِّكَ وَاسْتَغْفِرْ ۚ إِنَّهُ كَانَ تَوَّابًا

Translation: “So glorify the praises of your Lord and ask for His forgiveness. Indeed, He is ever Accepting of repentance”

This verse teaches Prophet Muhammad (and all Muslims) to:

• Praise Allah
• Ask for forgiveness
• Remember that Allah is always ready to forgive

When was Suratul Nasr revealed?

This surah was revealed when Islam was becoming strong. The Prophet had conquered Mecca, and many people were becoming Muslims. It was a time of great happiness and success for the Muslim community.

What lessons do we learn from Suratul Nasr?

1. Allah’s help is always near

• Allah helps those who are patient and follow His path
• Victory comes from Allah, not just from our own efforts

2. Humility after success

• Even when we are successful, we should be humble
• We should always thank Allah and ask for His forgiveness

3. The spread of good

• Good things can spread quickly
• People are attracted to truth and kindness

How should we read Suratul Nasr?

When reading this surah, remember to:

• Read slowly and carefully
• Think about the meaning of the words
• Be grateful for Allah’s blessings
• Try to understand the message

Why is Suratul Nasr called the “Surah of Farewell”?

Suratul Nasr is sometimes called the “Surah of Farewell” because it was revealed near the end of Prophet Muhammad’s life. It gives hope and teaches important lessons about success, gratitude and faith.

Note to students: This surah teaches us to be humble, thankful, and always remember Allah, even when we are successful.

Evaluation

1. Which number chapter of the Holy Quran is Suratul Nasr, and how many verses does it have?
2. What do the words “Nasr”, “Fath” and “Afwajan” mean?
3. Write the translation of the first verse.
4. What three things does the third verse teach Muslims to do?
5. Why is Suratul Nasr sometimes called the “Surah of Farewell”?

Assignment

1. Write out the Arabic text of Suratul Nasr in your exercise book and read it aloud at home.
2. Write the meaning of each of the three verses in your own words.
3. List three lessons we learn from Suratul Nasr.