Al-Ma’idah (Arabic: ٱلْمَائدَة) is the 5th chapter (surah) of the Quran. It contains 16 Rukus, 120 verses, 2837 words, and 12206 letters. Surah al Maidah, meaning in English, is The table or The table spread with food. Surat Maida is a Madinan sura, and it is located in 11 to 13 paras of the Quran Kareem. Another name for al Maidah Surah is The Feast. The name Maidah comes from the story of Jesus’ disciples, who prayed for Allah to send them a table full of food from the sky for his followers. They desired to partake in it, demonstrating the truthfulness of their prophet. This chapter discusses many important ideas and rules. One of the most significant topics it covers is the concept of “wilayah,” which means the guardianship of Allah, His Prophet, and the person who gave zakat while bowing down in prayer, like Ali.
Read and listen Surah Maida Arabic text by Syed Sudais at Islamicsurah.com.
Surah Maida addresses various themes, including:
Following are the virtues and benifits of reciting surat Maidah:
The significance of Surah Maidah, verse 2, lies in its establishment of the importance of upholding agreements and covenants in Islam. It emphasizes the necessity of fulfilling promises and commitments made, highlighting the seriousness with which Islam regards keeping one’s word. This verse underscores the principle of trustworthiness and integrity in interpersonal relationships and societal interactions, promoting stability and cohesion within communities.
Surah al Maidah ayat 32 addresses the sanctity of human life in Islam. It emphasizes the gravity of taking a life unjustly, stating that whoever kills a person unjustly, it is as if they have killed all of humanity. Conversely, saving a life is regarded as a virtuous act equivalent to saving all of humanity. This verse underscores the value of compassion, justice, and respect for human life within Islamic teachings.
مِنْ اَجْلِ ذٰلِكَ كَتَبْنَا عَلٰى بَنِیْۤ اِسْرَآءِیْلَ اَنَّهٗ مَنْ قَتَلَ نَفْسًۢا بِغَیْرِ نَفْسٍ اَوْ فَسَادٍ فِی الْاَرْضِ فَكَاَنَّمَا قَتَلَ النَّاسَ جَمِیْعًاؕ-وَ مَنْ اَحْیَاهَا فَكَاَنَّمَاۤ اَحْیَا النَّاسَ جَمِیْعًاؕ-وَ لَقَدْ جَآءَتْهُمْ رُسُلُنَا بِالْبَیِّنٰتِ٘-ثُمَّ اِنَّ كَثِیْرًا مِّنْهُمْ بَعْدَ ذٰلِكَ فِی الْاَرْضِ لَمُسْرِفُوْنَ(32)
The Quran Surah al Maidah ayat 114 is about a supplication made by Prophet Jesus (عيسى بن مريم) requesting Allah to send down a divine banquet (مائدہ) from the heavens. He asks for this feast to serve as a sign of God’s blessings and provisions for humanity, highlighting trust in God’s sustenance and mercy.
”Jesus, son of Mary, said: O God, our Lord, send down to us a gift from heaven that will be a feast for us, for the first of us and the last of us, and a gift from You. -And provide for us, and You are the best of providers.’
This chapter of the Quran is located in 11 to 13 paras (juz) in the Quran.
This verse revolves around the principles of honoring agreements, lawful consumption of livestock, and adherence to religious prohibitions, particularly in the state of Ihram. It emphasizes obedience to divine decrees and the acceptance of God’s wisdom in determining what is permissible and prohibited.
Reflect upon Allah’s blessing upon you: when a group intended to harm you, yet He prevented their hands from reaching you. Remain conscious of Allah, and let the believers place their trust in Him.