Surah Fatiha (Surah Al Fatiha) Translation
Surah Fatiha is the very first chapter of the Quran. It is one of the most important and frequently recited parts of the Holy Book.
Muslims recite this Surah in every unit of their daily prayers (Salah), making it a vital part of Islamic worship. This Surah is known as the essence of the Quran and is often referred to as “Umm-ul-Kitab,” meaning the “Mother of the Book.”
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Surah Fatiha in Arabic
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ
الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ
الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ
مَالِكِ يَوْمِ الدِّينِ
إِيَّاكَ نَعْبُدُ وَإِيَّاكَ نَسْتَعِينُ
ٱهْدِنَا ٱلصِّرَٰطَ ٱلْمُسْتَقِيمَ
صِرَاطَ الَّذِينَ أَنْعَمْتَ عَلَيْهِمْ
غَيْرِ الْمَغْضُوبِ عَلَيْهِمْ وَلَا الضَّالِّينَ
Translation in English
- In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.
- Praise be to Allah, the Lord of all the worlds.
- The Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.
- Master of the Day of Judgment.
- You alone we worship, and You alone we ask for help.
- Guide us on the Straight Path,
- The path of those who have received Your grace, not the path of those who have gone astray or earned Your anger.
Surah Fatiha ka tarjuma
شروع اللہ کے نام سے جو بڑا مہربان نہایت رحم کرنے والا ہے۔
سب تعریف اللہ ہی کے لیے ہے جو سب جہانوں کا پالنے والا ہے۔
بڑا مہربان نہایت رحم کرنے والا۔
روزِ جزا کا مالک ہے۔
ہم تیری ہی عبادت کرتے ہیں اور تجھ ہی سے مدد مانگتے ہیں۔
ہمیں سیدھا راستہ دکھا۔
ان لوگوں کا راستہ جن پر تو نے انعام فرمایا، ان کا نہیں جن پر غضب کیا گیا اور نہ ان کا جو گمراہ ہوئے۔
Translation in Hindi
1. शुरू अल्लाह के नाम से जो बड़ा मेहरबान, निहायत रहम करने वाला है।
2. सारी तारीफ अल्लाह ही के लिए है जो सारे जहानों का रब है।
3. बड़ा मेहरबान, निहायत रहम करने वाला।
4. इनसाफ के दिन का मालिक।
5. हम तेरी ही इबादत करते हैं और तुझी से मदद माँगते हैं।
6. हमें सीधा रास्ता दिखा।
7. उन लोगों का रास्ता जिन पर तूने इनाम फरमाया, न उन का जिन पर ग़ज़ब किया गया और न ही उन का जो भटक गए।
Surah Al-Fatiha – Meaning of Surah Fatiha(in English)
- In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.
(We begin with the name of God, who is kind and full of mercy.) - All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds.
(All thanks and praise belong to God, the Creator and Sustainer of everything.) - The Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.
(He is the kindest and most forgiving.) - Master of the Day of Judgment.
(He alone will judge us all on the Day of Judgment.) - You alone we worship, and You alone we ask for help.
(We serve only You, and turn to You for guidance and support.) - Guide us on the Straight Path.
(Show us the right way in life.) - The path of those You have blessed — not of those who earned Your anger or went astray.
(The path followed by good people, not by those who disobeyed or lost the way.)
Importance of Surah Fatiha
Surah Fatiha is one of the most important chapters in the Quran. It is recited in every unit of prayer and serves as a direct connection between the believer and Allah. It teaches the essence of worship, seeking help only from Allah, and asking for guidance.
This Surah is also known for its healing power. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) mentioned its value in various Hadiths, calling it the greatest Surah in the Quran. Scholars say that it summarizes the entire message of the Quran in just seven verses.
Surah Fatiha is not only a prayer for guidance but also a reminder of Allah’s mercy and authority. It helps Muslims begin every prayer with reflection, gratitude, and a request for help in staying on the right path.
Themes and Messages in Surah Al-Fatiha
Surah Al-Fatiha carries deep and powerful messages. It reminds us to believe in only one Allah, who is most kind and merciful. It teaches us that we should worship only Him and always turn to Him for help.
The Surah is a prayer asking Allah to guide us to the right path, the path of those who have received His blessings. It also shows us that Allah is full of mercy and forgiveness, and we should try to be thankful and kind in our own lives too.
FAQ
Q1: What is Surah Al-Fatiha?
A: It is the first chapter (Surah) of the Qur’an, also called “The Opening.”
Q2: How many verses are in Surah Al-Fatiha?
A: It contains 7 verses.
Q3: What does “Al-Fatiha” mean?
A: “Al-Fatiha” means “The Opening” because it opens the Qur’an.
Q4: Why is Surah Al-Fatiha important?
A: It is recited in every unit (rak’ah) of Muslim prayer (Salah) and is considered the essence of the Qur’an.
Q5: What is the main message of Surah Al-Fatiha?
A: It’s a prayer for guidance, mercy, and help — praising Allah and asking Him to show the straight path.
Q6: What are some other names of Surah Al-Fatiha?
Al-Fatiha is also known by several other names, such as
- Umm al-Kitab (Mother of the Book)
- Al-Hamd (The Praise of God Almighty)
- As-Salah (The Prayer)
- Umm al-Quran (Mother of the Quran)
- Sab’a min al-Mathani (Seven Repeated Ones, from Quran 15:87)
- Ash-Shifa’ (The Cure, GOD Willing)
Q7: Is Surah Al-Fatiha a supplication (dua)?
A: Yes, it is a dua asking for guidance, mercy, and help from Allah.
Q8: Can Surah Al-Fatiha be used for healing?
A: Yes, it’s known as “Ruqyah” in Islamic tradition, it can be recited for spiritual healing and protection.
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