Learning Surah’s In Order

Before learning surah’s in order, you must know that the Quran’s surahs are not arranged chronologically—in the order they were revealed—but rather in a sequence designed by divine will. It starts with Surah Al-Fatiha, the opening chapter, and concludes with Surah An-Nas, a short prayer for protection.

The 114 Surahs are divided into Meccan and Medinan revelations. Meccan surahs, generally revealed earlier, focus on faith, guidance, and belief in the Oneness of Allah. Medinan surahs, revealed later, contain practical laws and guidance for community life. Learning them in order helps you connect with the Quran’s natural flow.

Learning Surah’s In Order

Chapter	Surah	Meaning of the Surah
1	Al-Fatiha	The Opening
2	Al-Baqarah	The Cow
3	Al-Imran	The Family Of Imran
4	An-Nisa	The Women
5	Al-Maidah	The Table Spread
6	Al-An’am	The Cattle
7	Al-A’raf	The Heights
8	Al-Anfal	The Spoils of War
9	At-Taubah	The Repentance
10	Yunus	Prophet Jonah
11	Hud	Prophet Hud
12	Yusuf	Prophet Joseph
13	Ar-Rad	The Thunder
14	Ibrahim	Prophet Abraham
15	Al-Hijr	The Rocky Tract
16	An-Nahl	The Bee
17	Al-Isra	The Night Journey
18	Al-Kahf	The Cave
19	Maryam	Mary
20	Ta-Ha	Ta-Ha
21	Al-Anbiya	The Prophets
22	Al-Hajj	The Pilgrimage
23	Al-Mu’minun	The Believers
24	Al-Noor	The Light
25	Al-Furqan	The Criterion
26	Al-Shuara	The Poets
27	Al-Naml	The Ants
28	Al-Qasas	The Stories
29	Al-Ankaboot	The Spider
30	Al-Room	The Romans
31	Luqman	Luqman
32	As-Sajda	The Prostration
33	Al-Ahzab	The Coalition
34	Saba	Sheva
35	Fatir	Originator
36	Ya-Seen	Yaseen
37	As-Saaffat	Those Who Set The Ranks
38	Sad	The Arabic Letter Sad
39	Az-Zumar	The Companies
40	Gafir	The Forgiver
41	Fussilat	Explained in Detail
42	Ash-Shura	Council
43	Az-Zukhruf	The Ornaments of Gold
44	Ad-Dukhan	The Smoke
45	Al-Jasiyah	The Kneeling
46	Al-Ahqaf	The Sandhills
47	Muhammad	Muhammad
48	Al-Fath	The Victory
49	Al-Hujuraat	The Apartments
50	Qaf	The Letter Qaf
51	Adh-Dhariyat	The Scatterers
52	At-Tur	The Mountain
53	An-Najm	The Star
54	Al-Qamar	The Moon
55	Ar-Rahman	The Most Gracious
56	Al-Waqiah	The Event
57	Al-Hadid	The Iron
58	Al-Mujadilah	The Pleading Woman
59	Al-Hashr	The Banishment
60	Al-Mumtahanah	The Woman Who Is Examined
61	As-Saff	The Ranks
62	Al-Jumua	The Congregation – Friday
63	Al-Munafiqoon	The Hypocrites
64	At-Taghabun	The Manifestation of Losses
65	At-Talaq	Divorce
66	At-Tahrim	The Prohibition
67	Al-Mulk	The Kingdom
68	Al-Qalam	The Pen
69	Al-Haqqah	The Sure Truth
70	Al-Ma’arij	The Ways of Ascent
71	Nuh	Prophet Noah
72	Al-Jinn	The Jinn
73	Al-Muzzammil	The One Covering Himself
74	Al-Muddaththir	The One Wrapping Himself Up
75	Al-Qiyamah	The Resurrection
76	Al-Insan	The Man
77	Al-Mursalaat	Those sent forth
78	An-Naba	The News
79	An-Naziat	Those Who Pull Out
80	Abasa	He Frowned
81	At-Takwir	The Overthrowing
82	Al-Infitaar	The Splitting Asunder
83	Al-Mutaffifin	The Defrauding
84	Al-Inshiqaq	The Splitting Asunder
85	Al-Burooj	The Big Stars
86	At-Tariq	The Night Comer
87	Al-Ala	The Most High
88	Al-Ghaashiyah	The Overwhelming
89	Al-Fajr	The Dawn
90	Al-Balad	The City
91	Ash-Shams	The Sun
92	Al-Lail	The Night
93	Ad-Duha	The Early Hours
94	Al-Inshirah	The Opening Up
95	At-Tin	The Fig
96	Al-Alaq	The Clot
97	Al-Qadr	The Majesty
98	Al-Bayyinah	The Clear Evidence
99	Az-Zalzalah	The Shaking
100	Al-Adiyat	The Assaulters
101	Al-Qari’ah	The Calamity
102	At-Takathur	The Rivalry in World Increase
103	Al-Asr	The Time
104	Al-Humazah	The Slanderer
105	Al-Fil	The Elephant
106	Quraish	Quraish
107	Al-Maun	Act of Kindness
108	Al-Kauthar	The Abundance
109	Al-Kafirun	The Disbelievers
110	An-Nasr	The Help
111	Al-Masad	The Palm Fiber
112	Al-Ikhlas	The Unity
113	Al-Falaq	The Dawn
114	An-Nas	Mankind

How to Start Learning Surah’s In Order

• Start with the shorter Surahs from Juz Amma (the 30th section), such as Surah Al-Fil, Al-Ikhlas, or An-Nas.
• Gradually move toward longer Surahs once you feel comfortable.
• Set manageable goals – for example, aim to memorize one Surah every week or two.

Techniques for Memorization and Learning

• Repetition and Recitation: Read each verse aloud multiple times daily to retain it in memory.
• Listening to Audio Recitations: Hearing Surahs repeatedly improves pronunciation and fluency.
• Understanding Tafseer: Knowing the meanings behind verses helps with retention.
• Writing Down Verses: Writing Quranic verses reinforces learning and helps memorization stick.
• Learning with a Partner or Teacher: A companion or mentor offers support and accountability throughout the process.

Tips for Staying Motivated Throughout the Journey

• Keep your intentions pure by focusing on the spiritual rewards of Quranic memorization.
• Join a study group or memorization circle to build community and share motivation.
• Maintain a memorization journal where you track progress and celebrate small wins.
• Reward yourself for milestones, such as completing every five Surahs.

How to Maintain What You’ve Learned

• Review regularly: Make it part of your daily or weekly schedule.
• Utilize Quran apps with reminders to practice what you’ve learned.

Conclusion

Learning surahs in order has many benefits, from developing a deeper understanding of the Quran’s structure to maintaining consistency and motivation throughout the process. Starting with shorter Surahs builds confidence, while gradually moving to longer ones strengthens both memory and recitation skills. With helpful techniques like repetition, listening to recitations, and journaling progress, anyone can embark on this meaningful journey.

To ensure you don’t forget what you’ve learned, regularly review the list of the Surahs.

Now is the perfect time to begin! Whether it’s just a single Surah today or two daily, every small step counts toward mastering them.