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Surah Al-Mulk
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Surah Al-Mulk (الملك) is Surah 67 of the Quran — The Sovereignty / Dominion, 30 verses, meccan. UK Prayer Times provides the Arabic text, transliteration and English translation for each verse.
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الملك
The Sovereignty / Dominion · 30 verses · Meccan
Surah al-Mulk is a 30-verse Meccan surah that the Prophet ﷺ recited every night before sleeping (Sunan al-Tirmidhi 2892). It speaks of Allah's absolute sovereignty over creation, the perfection of His design and a vivid warning about the Hereafter — and is famously the surah that intercedes for its companion in the grave.
Virtues & Benefits
- It intercedes for its reciter until they are forgiven (Sunan al-Tirmidhi 2891).
- Whoever recites it every night, Allah will protect them from the punishment of the grave (Musnad Ahmad).
- Its 30 verses contain comprehensive reminders about death, accountability and the natural world.
When to read
- Every night before sleep — a confirmed Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ.
- Whenever you want to reflect on Allah's power and the purpose of life.
- As a regular daily wird (litany) for protection.