The question is, “Which surah was revealed last in the Quran?”. Most Islamic scholars agree that Surah An-Nasr (Chapter 110) was the last complete surah revealed to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). This short but profound chapter marks a pivotal moment in Islamic history.
Why Is Surah An-Nasr Significant?
Surah An-Nasr carries profound significance as it delivers three pivotal messages: first, it announces Islam’s imminent victory; second, it signals the completion of Allah’s divine favor upon the believers; and third, it calls Muslims to express gratitude while intensifying their repentance. This powerful triad of themes – triumph, divine completion, and spiritual accountability – makes the surah uniquely impactful despite its brevity, offering timeless guidance for all successful believers.
It was narrated that ‘Aishah said: “The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) often used to say when bowing and prostrating: ‘Subhanak Allahumma wa bi hamdika, Allahummaghfir li (Glory be to You, O Allah, and praise; O Allah forgive me),’ following the command given by the Qur’an.”[Surat An-Nasr (110)]
حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ الصَّبَّاحِ، حَدَّثَنَا جَرِيرٌ، عَنْ مَنْصُورٍ، عَنْ أَبِي الضُّحَى، عَنْ مَسْرُوقٍ، عَنْ عَائِشَةَ، قَالَتْ كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ ـ صلى الله عليه وسلم ـ يُكْثِرُ أَنْ يَقُولَ فِي رُكُوعِهِ وَسُجُودِهِ: “ سُبْحَانَكَ اللَّهُمَّ وَبِحَمْدِكَ. اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِي ” . يَتَأَوَّلُ الْقُرْآنَ .
Sunan Ibn Majah: Book 5, Hadith 87
Key Lesson for Believers
This surah teaches Muslims to:
- Acknowledge Allah’s help in all victories
- Maintain humility in success
- Constantly seek forgiveness
Conclusion
Surah An-Nasr stands as the final complete revelation, offering timeless guidance about gratitude, humility, and spiritual awareness.
