تَبَـٰرَكَ ٱلَّذِى بِيَدِهِ ٱلْمُلْكُ وَهُوَ عَلَىٰ كُلِّ شَىْءٍ قَدِيرٌ ١
Blessed is He in Whose hand is the Sovereignty, and, He is Able to do all things.
Surah Al-Mulk — Before Sleep
Surah Al-Mulk (سُورَةُ ٱلْمُلْك) is the 67th chapter of the Qur''an and one of the most beloved surahs to recite before sleeping. Its 30 verses declare that all sovereignty belongs to Allah, who created life and death to test which of us is best in deeds.
It calls the reader to reflect on the perfect design of the heavens, the earth, and the human being — and warns those who deny the signs of Allah. Read Surah Al-Mulk here in Arabic, English translation, and transliteration.
Virtues
- Intercession for its reciter: the Prophet ﷺ said Al-Mulk is a surah of thirty verses that will intercede for its reciter until they are forgiven.
- Protection from the punishment of the grave: it is called al-Munjiyah ("the Saviour") because it saves the one who recites it from the punishment of the grave.
- A nightly Sunnah: the Prophet ﷺ would not sleep until he had recited Surah As-Sajdah and Surah Al-Mulk.
- A call to reflection: it invites contemplation of the sky, the earth, birds in flight, and the source of water.
When to recite
- Every night before sleeping — the strongest and most well-known Sunnah.
- Whenever seeking protection in this life and the next.
- As part of daily Qur''an recitation to reflect on Allah''s sovereignty.
Frequently asked
Why should I read Surah Al-Mulk before sleeping?
The Prophet ﷺ would not sleep until he had recited it, and he taught that it will intercede for its reciter and protect them from the punishment of the grave.
How many verses are in Surah Al-Mulk?
Surah Al-Mulk has 30 verses.
Why is Surah Al-Mulk called Al-Munjiyah?
Al-Munjiyah means ''the Saviour'' — it saves the one who recites it from the punishment of the grave.
Is Surah Al-Mulk the same as Tabarak?
Yes. Al-Mulk is also known as Surah Tabarak, from its opening word.