Al-Baqarah — Verse 1
Reflections
البقرة
The Cow | 286 versets | madinah
Scholarly Insights
The Longest Surah
Al-Baqarah is the longest chapter of the Quran with 286 verses. It covers foundational Islamic laws, stories of past nations, and provides guidance on faith, social conduct, and financial matters.
Ayat al-Kursi
Verse 255 (Ayat al-Kursi) is considered one of the most powerful verses in the Quran, describing Allah's eternal sovereignty over the heavens and earth.
Protection and Blessings
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said that reciting this surah brings blessings to the home, and that Shaytan does not enter a house in which it is recited.