Sura

/ˈsʊrə/
noun

A chapter or section of the Quran.

Each sura of the Quran has a different number of verses.
Visual representation of "sura" - A chapter or section of the Quran.

Often appears as...

  • sura al-fatiha
  • sura al-baqara

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Religious

noun

A large flying fish found in tropical seas.

Sura are known for their ability to glide over the water's surface when they are disturbed.
Visual representation of "sura" - A large flying fish found in tropical seas.

Often appears as...

  • sura fish
  • sura sightings
noun

A chapter or section of the Quran.

Each sura of the Quran has a different number of verses.
Visual representation of "sura" - A chapter or section of the Quran.

Often appears as...

  • sura al-fatiha
  • sura al-baqara

Usage tips

Religious

noun

A large flying fish found in tropical seas.

Sura are known for their ability to glide over the water's surface when they are disturbed.
Visual representation of "sura" - A large flying fish found in tropical seas.

Often appears as...

  • sura fish
  • sura sightings
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Visual representation of "sura"
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Religious context

Sura is used within Islamic texts, so it's important in religious discussions or studies.

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In our study group, we discussed the meaning of sura Al-Kahf.
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Specific naming

Each sura has a unique name often derived from a word appearing in the chapter.

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I learned that Sura Al-Baqara is named after the cow mentioned within it.
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Sequential recital

When referring to suras, people may talk about the order they appear in the Quran.

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Sura Al-Fatiha is the first sura in the Quran.
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Religious context

Sura is used within Islamic texts, so it's important in religious discussions or studies.

Illustration for Religious context
In our study group, we discussed the meaning of sura Al-Kahf.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Specific naming

Each sura has a unique name often derived from a word appearing in the chapter.

Illustration for Specific naming
I learned that Sura Al-Baqara is named after the cow mentioned within it.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Sequential recital

When referring to suras, people may talk about the order they appear in the Quran.

Illustration for Sequential recital
Sura Al-Fatiha is the first sura in the Quran.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Religious context

Sura is used within Islamic texts, so it's important in religious discussions or studies.

Illustration for Religious context
In our study group, we discussed the meaning of sura Al-Kahf.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Specific naming

Each sura has a unique name often derived from a word appearing in the chapter.

Illustration for Specific naming
I learned that Sura Al-Baqara is named after the cow mentioned within it.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Sequential recital

When referring to suras, people may talk about the order they appear in the Quran.

Illustration for Sequential recital
Sura Al-Fatiha is the first sura in the Quran.
Visual representation of the word "Sura"

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