☪️ Quran Chapter 97 The Decree - Al-Qadr سورة القدر

Revelation place: Mecca

Revelation order: 25

Number of verses: 5

Theme: The immense blessing of Laylat al-Qadr (the Night of Decree), the revelation of the Qur’an, and the mercy of Allah.

Subjects: Revelation · Worship · Divine Mercy · Angels · Power of Prayer

Summary:Surah Al-Qadr is a short but profoundly powerful surah revealed in Mecca. It honors the night when the Qur’an was first sent down, marking a turning point in human history:

“Indeed, We sent it [the Qur’an] down during the Night of Decree.” (97:1)

This refers to Laylat al-Qadr, a night within the last ten nights of Ramadan. It is the most blessed night of the year, when the heavens opened with divine light, mercy, and guidance.

“And what can make you know what is the Night of Decree? The Night of Decree is better than a thousand months.” (97:2–3)

Laylat al-Qadr is described as a night of immeasurable worth  worship during it is rewarded more than 83 years of worship. It is a gift from Allah to His servants, an opportunity for forgiveness, mercy, and elevation.

“The angels and the Spirit descend therein by permission of their Lord for every matter.” (97:4)

• “The angels” descend in great numbers, spreading blessings.

• “The Spirit”  refers to Jibrīl (Gabriel), who also descends on this night.

• “For every matter” divine decrees and commands for the coming year are set.

This verse reflects the magnificence and spiritual power of that night.

“Peace it is until the emergence of dawn.” (97:5)

Laylat al-Qadr is a night of absolute peace  no harm, no punishment, only divine mercy until dawn. It is a time when sincere prayers are accepted, sins forgiven, and hearts renewed.

Key Embedded Themes:

• Revelation of the Qur’an: A night that changed the course of humanity.

• Blessing of Laylat al-Qadr: Worship on this night exceeds a lifetime of deeds.

• Descent of Angels: A heavenly event of mercy and decree.

• Peace and Mercy: A night of forgiveness and divine closeness.

• Power of Worship: Sincere devotion on this night brings immense reward.

Essence:Al-Qadr is a surah of divine mercy and opportunity. It celebrates the night that began the revelation of the Qur’an and offers believers a chance to transform their destinies through worship and prayer. It’s a reminder that Allah opens doors of mercy far greater than human effort can achieve.

I seek refuge with Allah from Satan, the condemned.

With the name of Allah, The Gracious The Merciful.

(Acknowledge and declare that Allah is the author of the Quran)

1- Indeed, We brought it (Quran) down in the Night of Decree (That final decree the destiny, fate for all)

2- And what do you realize about the night of Decree

3- The Night of Decree is better than one thousand months

4- Is sent down the angels and the sprit (Gabrial) in it with the permission of their God, with all matters (Of Mercy)

5- Peace it is, till the rising of dawn

Disclaimer:

The Holy Quran, in its essence, is a divine revelation that can only be fully appreciated in its original Arabic language. Any translation or interpretation, including the one presented here, is not and cannot be a replacement for the Arabic Holy Quran. I intended to offer an English rendering that remains faithful to the original Arabic. I am neither a scholar nor do I possess any formal Islamic qualifications. My approach to this translation is empirical, drawing upon my readings of selected scholarly interpretations, personal experiences, and understanding of the Holy Quran as a Muslim native Arabic speaker.