Surah Al-Bayyinah Transliteration – Clarity for the Heart

Understanding the Message Behind Surah Al-Bayyinah Transliteration

Growing up, I heard Surah Al-Bayyinah during prayer, but I never really paused to understand it. It always passed like background sound in the middle of Taraweeh. But one night, something changed. The Imam recited it with such feeling, especially the words “bayyinah” and “khayrul bariyyah”, and I realized: this isn’t just a short surah—it’s a powerful, personal reminder of what truth means in this life.

Read Surah Al-Bayyinah In Arabic

سورة البينة

بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَـٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ

1. لَمْ يَكُنِ ٱلَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا۟ مِنْ أَهْلِ ٱلْكِتَـٰبِ وَٱلْمُشْرِكِينَ مُنفَكِّينَ حَتَّىٰ تَأْتِيَهُمُ ٱلْبَيِّنَةُ

2. رَسُولٌۭ مِّنَ ٱللَّهِ يَتْلُوا۟ صُحُفًۭا مُّطَهَّرَةًۭ

3. فِيهَا كُتُبٌۭ قَيِّمَةٌۭ

4. وَمَا تَفَرَّقَ ٱلَّذِينَ أُوتُوا۟ ٱلْكِتَـٰبَ إِلَّا مِنۢ بَعْدِ مَا جَآءَتْهُمُ ٱلْبَيِّنَةُ

5. وَمَآ أُمِرُوٓا۟ إِلَّا لِيَعْبُدُوا۟ ٱللَّهَ مُخْلِصِينَ لَهُ ٱلدِّينَ حُنَفَآءَ وَيُقِيمُوا۟ ٱلصَّلَوٰةَ وَيُؤْتُوا۟ ٱلزَّكَوٰةَ ۚ وَذَٰلِكَ دِينُ ٱلْقَيِّمَةِ

6. إِنَّ ٱلَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا۟ مِنْ أَهْلِ ٱلْكِتَـٰبِ وَٱلْمُشْرِكِينَ فِى نَارِ جَهَنَّمَ خَـٰلِدِينَ فِيهَا ۚ أُو۟لَـٰٓئِكَ هُمْ شَرُّ ٱلْبَرِيَّةِ

7. إِنَّ ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ وَعَمِلُوا۟ ٱلصَّـٰلِحَـٰتِ أُو۟لَـٰٓئِكَ هُمْ خَيْرُ ٱلْبَرِيَّةِ

8. جَزَآؤُهُمْ عِندَ رَبِّهِمْ جَنَّـٰتُ عَدْنٍۢ تَجْرِى مِن تَحْتِهَا ٱلْأَنْهَـٰرُ خَـٰلِدِينَ فِيهَآ أَبَدًۭا ۖ رَّضِىَ ٱللَّهُ عَنْهُمْ وَرَضُوا۟ عَنْهُ ۚ ذَٰلِكَ لِمَنْ خَشِىَ رَبَّهُۥ

Surah Al-Bayyinah – Transliteration

Let’s start with the transliteration of the full Surah for those of us who are learning or want to improve our pronunciation:

Bismillāhir-Raḥmānir-Raḥīm

1. Lam yakunil-lażīna kafarū min ahlil-kitābi wal-musyrikīna munfakkīna ḥattā ta’tiyahumul-bayyinah

2. Rasūlum-minallāhi yatlū ṣuḥufam-muṭahharah

3. Fīhā kutubun qayyimah

4. Wa mā tafarraqal-lażīna ūtul-kitāba illā mim ba’di mā jā’at-humul-bayyinah

5. Wa mā umirū illā liya’budullāha mukhliṣīna lahud-dīna ḥunafā’a wa yuqīmūṣ-ṣalāta wa yu’tuz-zakāta wa żālika dīn-ul-qayyimah

6. Innal-lażīna kafarū min ahlil-kitābi wal-musyrikīna fī nāri jahannama khālidīna fīhā, ulāika hum shar-rul-bariyyah

7. Innal-lażīna āmanū wa ‘amiluṣ-ṣāliḥāti ulāika hum khayrul-bariyyah

8. Jazā’uhum ‘inda rabbihim jannātu ‘adnin tajrī min taḥtihal-anhāru khālidīna fīhā abadan, raḍiyallāhu ‘anhum wa raḍū ‘anhu, żālika liman khashiya rabbah

What This Surah Taught Me—Spiritually and Personally

Surah Al-Bayyinah is short, yes—but it’s not light. It delivers a strong message: that even people who had knowledge before (Jews and Christians), and the polytheists too, all remained lost until a clear proof came to them. That proof was the Prophet ﷺ—sent by Allah, reciting verses that were pure and noble.

But the Surah doesn’t stop there. It gives us a clear division: those who reject truth are lost in fire, while those who believe and do righteous deeds are the best of creation.

And that one line hit my heart like thunder:

“Innal-lażīna āmanū wa ‘amiluṣ-ṣāliḥāti ulāika hum khayrul-bariyyah”
“Indeed, those who believe and do righteous deeds—they are the best of creation.”

I paused when I heard it. Not “the smartest,” “the richest,” or “the most successful”—but those who sincerely believed and did good. That’s what Allah honors most.

A Reminder That Truth Isn’t Always Popular

This Surah reminded me: sometimes people don’t accept the truth because they don’t want to change. It’s not that they don’t see it—it’s that it challenges what they’ve gotten used to. That happens even today. Whether you’re holding on to your values, praying in a world that mocks modesty, or just choosing honesty over hype—this Surah whispers to your heart: you are seen by Allah.

Real-Life Reflections

• When I first taught this surah to my niece, she paused at “khayrul-bariyyah.” She looked up at me and said, “I want to be that.” Her heart understood it better than mine had for years. That moment changed the way I recited it forever.

• Once I was in a small masjid and the imam recited this Surah during Fajr. The quiet, the echo, the meaning—all of it made me feel like Allah was talking directly to the hearts of those present.

What Can We Learn From Surah Al-Bayyinah?

• Clarity is mercy. When Allah sends “bayyinah” (a clear proof), it’s not to make life harder. It’s to light your path.

• Truth divides. Not everyone will follow, even if they know it. But our job is to cling to truth, even alone.

• Goodness is honored. Believers who do good are not just forgiven—they are called “the best of creation” by the One who created everything.

• Faith isn’t private. It comes with action. Prayer, charity, sincerity—this Surah lists them as pillars of faith.

Final Words From the Heart

I used to pass over Surah Al-Bayyinah without a second thought. Now, it makes me stop. Every verse feels like it’s checking my heart: Am I living with clarity? Am I holding on to truth? Am I choosing sincerity over show?

To me, this Surah isn’t just recited—it’s a mirror. A reminder that guidance has come, truth is known, and the choice is mine.

May Allah make us from khayrul-bariyyah—the best of His creation.

FAQs

What is the translation of Surah Al-Bayyinah in English?

Surah Al-Bayyinah (The Clear Proof) – English Translation:

“Those who disbelieved among the People of the Book and the polytheists were not to be parted [from misbelief] until the clear proof came to them—
A Messenger from Allah reciting purified scriptures.
Within which are upright writings…”

(Surah Al-Bayyinah, verses 1–3)

The surah emphasizes the truth of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’s message and the distinction between those who follow divine guidance and those who reject it.

Surah Al-Bayyinah translation in Urdu kya hai?

سورۃ البینہ کا اردو ترجمہ:
“کافر لوگ، اہلِ کتاب اور مشرک، باز آنے والے نہ تھے جب تک ان کے پاس کھلی دلیل نہ آ جائے۔ ایک اللہ کا رسول، جو پاک صحیفے پڑھ کر سناتا ہے، جن میں درست اور صاف احکام درج ہیں۔”

(سورۃ البینہ، آیات 1–3)

یہ سورہ حق اور باطل کے درمیان فرق واضح کرتی ہے۔

What surah number is Al-Bayyinah?

Surah Al-Bayyinah is Surah number 98 in the Qur’an. It consists of 8 verses and is placed in Juz’ 30 (Amma Para).

What does “surah” translate to in English?

The word “Surah” means “chapter” in English. In the Qur’an, each surah is a divine chapter revealed by Allah, containing spiritual guidance, laws, and timeless wisdom.

What is the story of Surah Al-Bayyinah?

Surah Al-Bayyinah was revealed in Madinah and addresses the Jews, Christians, and polytheists who rejected the message of Islam despite knowing a prophet would come. It declares the Prophet ﷺ as the “Bayyinah” — the clear proof, and it differentiates between those who believe and those who disbelieve, describing their end in the Hereafter.

What are the benefits of Surah Al-Bayyinah?

Benefits of reciting Surah Al-Bayyinah:

• Clarifies the difference between truth and falsehood

• Strengthens faith in the final message of Islam

• A reminder that sincere worship and good deeds lead to eternal success

• Said to protect from hypocrisy when recited regularly

Surah Al-Bayyinah word-by-word meaning kya hai?

Here is a sample word-by-word breakdown from the first verse:
“Lam” – did not
“Yakun” – be
“Allazina” – those who
“Kafaru” – disbelieved
“Min” – among
“Ahlil-Kitab” – People of the Book
“Wal-Mushrikeen” – and the polytheists
“Munfakkeena” – to be separated
“Hatta” – until
“Ta’tiyahum” – came to them
“Al-Bayyinah” – the clear proof

This style helps in Tajweed practice, tafsir understanding, and Quran memorization.

Surah Al Bayyinah PDF download kaise karein?

You can find a PDF of Surah Al-Bayyinah (with translation and transliteration) from reputable Islamic websites like:

• quran.com

• dar-us-salam.com

• myislam.org

Simply search: “Surah Al-Bayyinah PDF with English and Urdu translation” for easy download.

Surah Al Bayyinah for kids – how to teach?

To teach Surah Al-Bayyinah to kids:

• Use colorful PDFs or illustrated books

• Play slow-paced recitations with visuals

• Teach word-by-word meanings with stories

• Use repetition + positive reinforcement

It’s best to focus on meaning, pronunciation, and moral lessons like truth, sincerity, and obedience.

What is “Lam Yakunil Lazeena” in English?

“Lam Yakunil Lazeena Kafaru…” is the first verse of Surah Al-Bayyinah. Its English translation is:

“Those who disbelieved among the People of the Book and the polytheists were not to be parted until the clear proof came to them.”

It sets the theme for the surah: the arrival of the Messenger ﷺ as the final, undeniable proof.

Surah Al-Qadr transliteration kya hai?

Here’s the transliteration of Surah Al-Qadr:

Inna anzalnahu fee laylatil-qadr
Wa maa adraaka maa laylatul-qadr
Laylatul-qadri khayrun min alfi shahr
Tanazzalul malaaikatu war roohu feehaa bi-idhni rabbihim min kulli amr
Salaamun hiya hattaa matla’il fajr

This surah celebrates the Night of Decree (Laylatul Qadr) — a night more powerful than a thousand months.