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Surah Al-Fatiha (الفاتحة), the first chapter of the Holy Qur’an, is also known by other honored names in Islamic tradition. Among its well-known titles are Umm al-Quran (Mother of the Quran) and Umm al-Kitab (Mother of the Book). These names highlight the central role of this Surah in the Qur’an and in Islamic worship.

It is called Umm al-Quran because it summarizes the essence of the entire Qur’an in just seven verses. The Surah covers fundamental themes such as praising Allah, affirming His Lordship, seeking His guidance, and praying for the straight path.

It is also referred to as Umm al-Kitab, as it is the opening chapter and the foundation of the Qur’an. Every Muslim recites Surah Al-Fatiha multiple times daily in Salah, and it is considered a pillar of the prayer. Without it, the Salah is incomplete.

Additionally, the Surah is sometimes called Ash-Shifa (The Cure) because of its spiritual healing qualities, as mentioned in Hadith, and As-Sab’ al-Mathani (The Seven Oft-Repeated Verses) because of its repetition in every unit of prayer.

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  Surah Al-Fatiha is the first Surah of the Qur’an.

  
  


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  It is known as both Umm al-Quran and Umm al-Kitab.

  
  


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  Contains 7 verses summarizing the Qur’an’s message.

  
  


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  Recited in every unit of Salah; without it, prayer is invalid.

  
  


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  Other names include Ash-Shifa (The Cure) and As-Sab’ al-Mathani (Seven Oft-Repeated Verses).

  
  


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  Central themes: Praise, worship, guidance, and supplication.