MCQ Detailed View

After the first revelation in the Cave of Hira, where the opening verses of Surah Al-‘Alaq (96:1–5) were revealed, there was a significant pause before the second revelation was sent down. This period is known as Fatrat al-Wahi (the pause in revelation). The gap lasted approximately 2 years and 6 months.

This interval had a great purpose in preparing Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) for the immense responsibility of receiving and delivering Allah’s final message. During this time, the Prophet (ﷺ) experienced deep reflection and spiritual preparation. The pause also highlighted that revelation is entirely under the will of Allah, sent down when He decides, not when humans expect it.

The second revelation came with the verses of Surah Al-Muddathir (74:1–7), commanding the Prophet (S.A.W) to arise and begin delivering the message of Islam openly. From that moment, the process of revelation continued for 23 years until the completion of the Qur’an.

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  The gap between the first and second revelation was 2 years 6 months.

  
  


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  This period is known as Fatrat al-Wahi (pause in revelation).

  
  


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  First revelation: Surah Al-‘Alaq (96:1–5) in the Cave of Hira.

  
  


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  Second revelation: Surah Al-Muddathir (74:1–7) commanding the Prophet (S.A.W) to preach.

  
  


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  Purpose of the pause: spiritual preparation of the Prophet (S.A.W).

  
  


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  Revelation then continued for the next 23 years until the completion of the Qur’an.