surah yaseen

Why Surah Yaseen is Called the Heart of the Quran

published by M.Saeed on 17 April, 2026 - 12:52

Among all the chapters of the Quran, Surah Yaseen holds a uniquely cherished place in the hearts of Muslims. Often referred to as the “Heart of the Quran,” this title is not officially a chapter name but rather a reflection of its profound spiritual, thematic, and emotional significance. For centuries, believers have turned to Surah Yaseen for comfort, guidance, and a deeper connection with Allah. But what exactly makes this surah so special that it is compared to the heart of the entire Quran? To understand this, we need to explore its themes, virtues, and the impact it has on a believer’s faith.

The Meaning Behind “The Heart of the Quran”

Translation of Surah Yaseen (Surah 36)

published by Admin on 27 January, 2014 - 01:27
Author: 
Yusuf Ali (Orig. 1938)

In the name of God Most Gracious Most Merciful

36:1 Ya Sin.

36:2 By the Qur'an full of Wisdom -

36:3 Thou art indeed one of the apostles

36:4 On a Straight Way.

36:5 It is a Revelation sent down by (Him) the Exalted in Might Most Merciful.

36:6 In order that thou mayest admonish a people whose fathers had received no admonition and who therefore remain heedless (of the Signs of God).

36:7 The Word is proved true against the greater part of them: for they do not believe.

36:8 We have put yokes round their necks right up to their chins so that their heads are forced up (and they cannot see).

36:9 And We have put a bar in front of them and a bar behind them and further We have covered them up; so that they cannot see.

Upcoming course: Explanation of Surah Yaseen

published by Utrujj on 3 October, 2010 - 21:05

Would you like to strengthen your heart? Would you like to understand the meaning of the Surah that is the heart of the Qur’an?

Then come along to the ‘Explanation of Surah Yaseen’ a two day course run on Saturday 23 October and Saturday 30 October from 9.30am-5pm @ the Muslim World League in Goodge St. Run by the Utrujj Foundation, registered charity no: 1099875. Click here to book: http://www.utrujj.org/course.php?id=224. Contact courses@utrujj.org for more info.

See you there insha’Allah.

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TAUGHT BY: Shaykh Haytham Tamim