Abasa (عَبَسَ)

Surah Abasa is the 80th chapter of the Holy Quran. This Surah is named after the word Abasa, which means ‘He Frowned’ that appears in the first verse. It contains 42 verses and was revealed in Makkah before the Prophet's (ﷺ) migration to Madinah. This surah is located in the 30th para.

Surah Abasa begins with an incident about a blind and pious man who came to the Prophet (ﷺ) seeking knowledge. At the time, the leaders of Makkah were gathered with him, so he frowned and asked the man to wait until he finished his conversation.

Then this Surah was revealed, teaching us that while preaching and guiding others, priority should be given to those who really want to learn. Those who embrace this message will gain from it, and those who reject it will be at a disadvantage. Surah Abasa also reminds man of Allah’s (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى)‎ creations and His blessings. Moreover, it talks about the events of the Day of Judgment and the fate of people on that day.

٨٠ - عَبَسَ

80 - Abasa

عَبَسَ وَتَوَلّٰۗي۝۱ۙ
AAabasa watawalla

English

Ahmed Ali

HE FROWNED AND turned away,

1

اَنْ جَاۗءَہُ الْاَعْمٰى۝۲ۭ
An jaahu alaAAma

English

Ahmed Ali

Because a blind man came to him.

2

وَمَا يُدْرِيْكَ لَعَلَّہٗ يَزَّكّٰۗي۝۳ۙ
Wama yudreeka laAAallahu yazzakka

English

Ahmed Ali

What made you think that he will not grow in virtue,

3

اَوْ يَذَّكَّرُ فَتَنْفَعَہُ الذِّكْرٰى۝۴ۭ
Aw yaththakkaru fatanfaAAahu alththikra

English

Ahmed Ali

Or be admonished, and the admonition profit him?

4

اَمَّا مَنِ اسْتَغْنٰى۝۵ۙ
Amma mani istaghna

English

Ahmed Ali

As for him who is not in want of any thing,

5

فَاَنْتَ لَہٗ تَصَدّٰى۝۶ۭ
Faanta lahu tasadda

English

Ahmed Ali

You pay full attention,

6

وَمَا عَلَيْكَ اَلَّا يَزَّكّٰى۝۷ۭ
Wama AAalayka alla yazzakka

English

Ahmed Ali

Though it is not your concern if he should not grow (in fulness).

7

وَاَمَّا مَنْ جَاۗءَكَ يَسْعٰى۝۸ۙ
Waamma man jaaka yasAAa

English

Ahmed Ali

As for him who comes to you striving (after goodness),

8

وَہُوَيَخْشٰى۝۹ۙ
Wahuwa yakhsha

English

Ahmed Ali

And is also fearful (of God),

9

فَاَنْتَ عَنْہُ تَلَہّٰى۝۱۰ۚ
Faanta AAanhu talahha

English

Ahmed Ali

You neglect.

10

Virtues and Benefits of Surah Abasa

Reciting Surah Abasa regularly has the following benefits:

·Shields Against Pride

Reciting Surah Abasa serves as a reminder that all individuals are equal before Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) and that we must show respect to everyone. It also serves as a reminder to stay humble and mindful of our behaviors. By doing so, we can strengthen our connection with Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) and enhance our spiritual journey.

·Provides Tranquility to the Heart and Mind

The daily recitation of Surah Abasa brings tranquility to the heart and mind. The verses in this Surah provide comfort and help let go of stress and worry.

·Enhances Prosperity and Blessings

Reciting Surah Abasa is believed to enhance a person’s wealth and blessings. With its impactful messages, this Surah highlights the importance of pursuing our goals while staying grounded through belief.

·Enhances Self-Assurance

Surah Abasa helps enhance self-esteem and reduces shyness and anxiety. This is due to the belief that reciting this Surah leads to success and helps in fulfilling one’s goals. Certain Islamic traditions also state that reciting Surah Abasa may protect an individual from poverty.

·Blessings in the Afterlife

Consistently reciting Surah Abasa helps gather rewards in the Hereafter. This is because it instills the fear of the Day of Judgement and accountability for our actions. When an individual is mindful of that, he will do good deeds and invite Allah’s (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى) blessings.

·Spiritual Cleansing

Lastly, reciting Surah Abasa promotes spiritual cleansing by eliminating negative thoughts and emotions from the mind and soul. It also helps in developing self-awareness and identifying one’s flaws and shortcomings. This motivates personal improvement and strengthening of one’s beliefs.

Listen to Surah Abasa Recitations by Renowned Qaris

You can listen to the recitation of Surah Abasa here:

  • Recitation by Sheikh Mishary Rashid Al-Afasy
  • Recitation by Sheikh Abdur Rehman As-Sudais
  • Recitation by Qari Abdul Basit

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FAQs:

Surah Abasa is named after the word Abasa, which means ‘He Frowned’.

Surah Abasa contains 42 verses.

Surah Abasa promotes spiritual cleansing and fear of the Day of Judgement, and keeps one motivated to pursue knowledge and enhance their belief.

There is no specific time for reciting Surah Abasa. It can be a part of your daily recitation routine.