إِذَا وَقَعَتِ ٱلْوَاقِعَةُ ١
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Surah Al-Waqi'ah — For Rizq
Surah Al-Waqi''ah (سُورَةُ ٱلْوَاقِعَة) is the 56th chapter of the Qur''an. Its 96 verses describe the Day of Judgment — an event that is inevitable — and then divide humanity into three groups: those brought near to Allah, the people of the right hand, and the people of the left hand.
The surah paints vivid images of Paradise and Hell, and calls the reader to reflect on the food we eat, the water we drink, and the fire we kindle — all as signs of the Creator. Read Surah Al-Waqi''ah here in Arabic, English translation, and transliteration.
Virtues
- A safeguard against poverty: it is narrated that the Prophet ﷺ said, "Whoever recites Surah Al-Waqi''ah every night will never be afflicted by poverty." (Bayhaqi; scholars differ on its grading, but many recite it seeking barakah in provision.)
- A reminder of the Hereafter: it powerfully describes the three groups on the Day of Judgment and the fate of each.
- A call to gratitude: it turns everyday blessings — food, water, fire — into signs pointing back to Allah.
- Beloved to the pious: many righteous people made a habit of reciting it nightly.
When to recite
- Every night before sleeping — the traditional Sunnah for those seeking barakah in rizq.
- As part of nightly Qur''an recitation with reflection.
- When feeling anxious about provision — to renew trust in Allah''s promise.
Frequently asked
Is Surah Al-Waqi''ah really for provision (rizq)?
It is a well-known tradition that the Prophet ﷺ said whoever recites Al-Waqi''ah every night will not be afflicted by poverty. Scholars differ on its grading, but many recite it nightly seeking barakah in provision while placing full trust in Allah.
When should I read Surah Al-Waqi''ah?
The most common practice is to recite it every night before sleeping, though it can be read at any time.
How many verses are in Surah Al-Waqi''ah?
Surah Al-Waqi''ah has 96 verses.
What is Surah Al-Waqi''ah about?
It describes the Day of Judgment and divides humanity into three groups: those brought near to Allah, the people of the right hand, and the people of the left hand.