Surah Al-Baqarah

About Surah Al-Baqarah

The longest surah in the Quran. It covers foundational Islamic laws, the stories of Adam and the Children of Israel, and contains Ayat al-Kursi (verse 255) — the greatest verse in the Quran.

Background & Revelation

Surah Al-Baqarah is the 2nd surah of the Holy Quran, containing 286 verses. It is a Medinan surah, meaning it was revealed after the Prophet's migration to Medina. Medinan surahs often contain detailed guidance on law, social ethics, family, and community life.

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