Benefits Of Surah Ar- Rahman
“ Abdullah Ibn Mas’ud (Radi Allahu Anhu) reported that the Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him) said, ”Everything has an adornment, and the adornment of the Qur’an is Surah Ar Rahman.”
We all are aware of the beauty of the Holy Quran. And Surah Ar-Rahman has been called its adornment. SubhanAllah! Indeed, the significance of the adornment of the holy Quran is truly unimaginable.
Benefits Of Reading Surah Rahman
Surah Ar-Rahman is one of the most loved and recited Surah of the Holy Quran. Its importance can be understood from its name “Ar-Rahman” meaning “The Most Merciful.” The name itself signifies the Merciful nature of Allah SWT. It brings lots of happiness, mercy, and tranquility to its reciter. It is the 55th surah of the Holy Quran. It has 78 verses and a total of 352 words. Some scholars believe it to be a Meccan Surah whereas some say it was revealed in the Medinan period.
On the authority of Abdullah bin Abbas, Ikrimah and Qatadah there are some traditions that say that Surah Ar-Rahman was revealed in Madina, but most commentators think it as a Meccan surah.
Meaning Of Surah Rahman
Allah also tells about the calculated timings of the sun and the moon, and that all things including the stars and moon prostrate to Him. Allah has created heaven in balance and all in justice. The verse meaning “So which of the favors of your Lord will you deny” has been mentioned to make mankind aware of Allah’s favors.
Surah Ar-Rahman also throws light on the creation of man and Jinn as Allah SWT clearly mentions that man is made from clay whereas Jinns are made from smokeless fire. Allah further mentions the creation of two seas that are separated through invisible barriers and never do they transgress.
Surah Ar-Rahman tells a believer about the wonders of Allah’s power and His ultimate dominion over the universe and beyond. And also about the countless blessings that Allah has bestowed upon us. It talks about the helplessness of all creatures and accountability before the Most Merciful.
This Surah also holds a strict warning to the evildoers. And the consequences that they will bear of being disobedient to Allah. And it also specifies the best results in the form of Jannah for the one who is obedient to Allah and is true to one’s faith.
The beauty of this Surah is that it has direct lessons for both mankind and jinns. This clearly means that the divine book of Allah is for both men and jinns.
Great Benefits Of Surah Rahman
The benefits of reciting Surah are innumerable. Many people memorize and recite Surah Ar-Rahman to combat the problems they face in worldly life.
1- Reading Surah Ar Rahman For Blessings
Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala says in Surah Al-An’aam, verse 6:
“And this [Qur’an] is a Book We have revealed [which is] blessed, so follow it and fear Allah that you may receive mercy.”
Indeed, reciting Surah Ar-Rahman will not only help us in worldly life but these words of Allah will also help in the hereafter.
Jabir reported: The Prophet, peace, and blessings be upon him, said,
“The Quran is an intercessor and a truthful prosecutor. Whoever puts it in front of himself, will lead him to Paradise. Whoever throws it behind his back, it will drive him into the Hellfire.” (Ṣaḥīḥ Ibn Ḥibbān 124)
2- Reciting Surah Ar Rahman For Health
Undoubtedly, every word of the Holy Quran has healing capabilities. And it has been seen countless times that reading and reciting Surah Ar-Rahman has miraculous effects on physical ailments. There are many instances present where reading Surah Ar-Rahman to newborns in critical condition has improved their health to a great deal. Also, reading Surah Ar-Rahman in case of serious diseases like cancer, diabetes, kidney diseases, Hepatitis, and heart problems has proven improvement.
3- Reading Surah Ar Rahman For Mental Health & Wellness
Surah Ar-Rahman is one of the best Surahs that calm the mind, heart, and body. The calming effect becomes more prominent when a believer reads it with meaning and understanding each and every verse. It makes us realize the blessings that Allah has bestowed upon us that we take for granted.
“The Prophet (pbuh) went to the companions and recited Surah Rahman but they were all quiet. He told them that he went to the Jinn and recited it to them and they were responsive. And when he would recite the verses ‘And which of the favors of the Lord will you deny’ the jinn would respond ‘There is nothing among your bounties that we can deny, all praises belong to Allah.”
4- Reading Surah Ar-Rahman For Marriage
A believer’s firm belief can make him/her achieve anything by the grace of Allah. Reading and Reciting Surah Ar-Rahman for fulfilling our halal purposes can make the impossible come true by the power of Allah. Indeed, amongst all the favors of Allah, one is getting a spouse. So reading and reciting Surah Ar-Rahman can have a major impact on fulfilling our need for marriage.
5- Reciting Surah Ar Rahman Fulfilling Our Needs
“And [remember] when your Lord proclaimed, ‘If you are grateful, I will surely increase you [in favor]; but if you deny, indeed, My punishment is severe”. ( Ibrahim 14: Verse 7)
How Merciful is our Lord that He promises us to increase in favor when we show gratitude for His already bestowed favors. And the verse of Surah Ar-Rahman “So which of the favors of your Lord will you deny” accounts for understanding and pondering upon how greatly blessed we are. And when we understand that and extend gratitude, Allah bestows more blessings upon us.
6- Reciting Surah Ar Rahman For Protection
Every word of Allah has a power to protect a believer. Reciting Surah Ar-Rahman has been beneficial in getting rid of evil eye, protection from magic, and its constant remembrance can also protect a believer from great harm.
7- Reading and Reciting Surah Ar-Rahman for success
We all know that whatsoever good we achieve and our success is only and only by Allah. When we put our Tawakkul in Allah we can achieve anything. And what can be better than reciting Surah Ar-Rahman to remind ourselves of the power of Allah? Making a habit to start our day by reciting Surah Ar-Rahman can be very beneficial. It will fill us with positivity for the whole day.
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