Extra Facts
What is the Surah number of Surah Al-Buruj?
85
What is the main message of Surah Al-Buruj
Allah will punish the oppressors and reward the believers.
What crime did the People of the Ditch commit?
They burned believers alive.
What creation does Allah swear by at the beginning of the Surah?
The sky full of stars (Al-Buruj)
What is tajweed?
The rules of correct Qur’an pronunciation.
Is Surah Al-Buruj Makki or Madani?
Makki
Who is Allah warning in this Surah?
The Quraysh disbelievers and all oppressors.
Why were the believers punished by them?
For believing in Allah, the Mighty and the Praiseworthy.
Which other creation is mentioned that relates to time?
The promised day (Day of Judgment)
Name the tajweed rule when a noon sākinah is followed by ر or ل.
Idghām without ghunnah.
How many ayahs are in Surah Al-Buruj?
22
Which group of people does this Surah mention that was punished in the past?
The People of the Ditch (Ashab al-Ukhdood)
What did Allah say about the believers who were burned?
They will have Jannah as a reward.
What does Allah’s ability to “grasp” mean in this Surah?
He can hold the whole universe in His control.
What tajweed rule happens in the word سَمِيعٌ بَصِيرٌ in Surah Al-Buruj
Idghām with ghunnah (tanween + ب).
What does “Al-Buruj” mean in English?
The Big Stars / Constellations
What quality of Allah is highlighted in this Surah?
He is All-Powerful and All-Knowing.
What happened to the oppressors in the end?
They were cursed and will face the Fire.
What does “Al-Majid” mean?
The Glorious / Full of Honor.
What tajweed rule is applied in وَهُوَ عَلَى كُلِّ شَيْءٍ شَهِيدٌ?
Qalqalah (on the letter ق in kulli and د in shaheed).
In which Juz is Surah Al-Buruj found?
Juz 30
What is promised for those who believe and do good deeds?
Gardens under which rivers flow (Paradise).
What lesson do we learn from this story?
Stand firm in faith even if facing torture.
How does this Surah show Allah’s control over history?
He destroyed past nations who oppressed believers.
Which tajweed rule appears the most in Surah Al-Buruj, and give an example from the Surah?
Ikhfāʼ – Example: وَمَا هُمْ عَنْهَا بِغَائِبِينَ (ayah 20) where the noon sākinah in ‘anhā is followed by ha, producing nasalization.