What is the significance of 4 Qul in Islam? It holds immense rewards and benefits for every Muslim who recite these last four surahs, 4 Quls in the Quran. It is a set of four surahs that are recited in order to protect oneself from evil forces and harm. Char Qul is derived from the Urdu word “char”, which means four and Qul, which means saying. It is also called “Charon Qul” in Urdu, which is similar to char Qul.
Moreover, 4 Qul recitations is suggested by our Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Whether you are going to sleep or leaving home for work, you should recite 4 Qul Surah to stay in the strong protection circle of Allah (SWT). It is a comprehensive Dua for everyone, including your kids.
Meanings and Importance of 4 Qul in Islam
Here we are mentioning 4 Qul in English translation to understand the importance of how powerful 4 Qul recitation is.
Surah Al Kafiroon
In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful.
Say, “O disbelievers, (109:1)
I do not worship what you worship. (109:2)
Nor are you worshippers of what I worship. (109:3)
Nor will I be a worshiper of what you worship. (109:4)
Nor will you be worshippers of what I worship. (109:5)
For you is your religion, and for me is my religion.” (109:6)
About Surah Al Kafiroon
Surah Al Kafiroon is also known as Kafiroon, which means “The Disbelievers.” Surah Kafiroon is in the 109th surah/chapter of the Quran. It has 6 ayat/verses, and this was revealed on our Last Prophet (SAW) in the city of Makkah. There are many rewards and blessings of reciting surah Al Kafiroon.
The benefits and importance of Surah Kafiroon will be enough in a hadith said by Holy Prophet that “Reciting Surah Al Kafiroon carries the reward of reciting a quarter of the Noble Quran.”
Surah Al Ikhlas
In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful.
Say, “He is Allah, [who is] One, (112:1)
Allah, the Eternal Refuge. (112:2)
He neither begets nor is born, (112:3)
Nor is there to Him any equivalent.” (112:4)
About Surah Ikhlas
Surah Al-Ikhlas is the 112th Surah/Chapter of the Quran. It is a short surah/chapter consisting of only four Ayaat/verses. Surah Ikhlas is considered to be one of the most important chapters of the Quran, as it tells about the oneness of Allah. The word “Ikhlas” means “sincerity” or “purity”. This Surah teaches Muslims to be sincere in Allah’s worship and purify their hearts and intentions.
Surah Al Falaq
In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful.
Say, “I seek refuge in the Lord of daybreak (113:1)
From the evil of that which He created (113:2)
And from the evil of darkness when it settles (113:3)
And from the evil of the blowers in knots (113:4)
And from the evil of an envier when he envies.” (113:5)
About Surah Al Falaq
Surah Falaq is the 113th Surah/chapter of the Quran. It is a short chapter/surah consisting of only five verses. The chapter is named after the word “falaq”, which appears in the first verse.
We pray for protection against the evil in Surah Falaq. We pray for protection from the evil of night darkness and daytime darkness. We beg for protection from those who perform magic and those who are envious.
Surah An-Nas
In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful.
Say, “I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind, (114:1)
The Sovereign of mankind. (114:2)
The God of mankind, (114:3)
From the evil of the retreating whisperer – (114:4)
Who whispers [evil] into the breasts of mankind – (114:5)
From among the jinn and mankind.” (114:6)
About Surah An-Nas
Surah An-Nas is the 114th Surah/Chapter of the Qur’an. It is a short and easy to understand Surah and has 6 Ayaat/verses. This Surah was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (Saw)) during his stay in Makkah. The meaning of the name An-Nas is “The People”.
We pray for protection in Surah Al-Nas from all creatures’ evils. We also seek Allah’s help and direction in leading a good life.
Conclusion
4 Quls or the last 4 chapters of the Quran are the blessings of Allah (SWT) for every day and night protection from the evil eye and other creatures’ evil. Our Prophet Muhammad (SAW) advised us to recite these Surahs for several blessings of Allah (SAW).
