The Earthquake | Az-Zalzalah

In brief

The surah depicts the earth's shaking and its testimony about what was done upon it. People are brought forth to see their deeds, and even the smallest good or evil becomes visible. Its message is a sharp reminder of accountability in everyday choices.

What this surah covers

• The shaking of Resurrection
• The earth bearing witness to human deeds
• Even the smallest deeds being shown

Source basis

This summary is based on the Quran.com / Quran Foundation Surah Info page. Quran.com marks the chapter introduction as adapted from Tafsir Ibn Ashur.

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