الكهف
- Surah number
- 18
- Ayahs
- 110
- Meaning
- The Cave
- Revelation
- Meccan
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About Surah Al-Kahf
Surah Al-Kahf brings together the accounts of the People of the Cave, the owners of the two gardens, Musa with the knowledgeable servant, and Dhul-Qarnayn. Across these accounts it teaches steadfast faith, humility, patience and responsible use of power.
Main themes
- Faith under pressure in the story of the Cave
- The test of wealth and worldly appearance
- Humility before knowledge and divine wisdom
- Power, justice and responsibility
Listening and reading
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