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Surah Al-Kahf (سورة الكهف), the 18th chapter of the Holy Quran, literally means “The Cave.” The Surah gets its name from the famous story of the "People of the Cave" (Ashab al-Kahf), a group of young believers who took refuge in a cave to escape religious persecution. By the will of Allah, they slept in the cave for many years and woke up in a changed world.
The term "Kahf" in Arabic directly translates to “Cave,” and the Surah contains spiritual lessons about faith, patience, and the unseen. It also includes other significant stories such as:
The story of the man with two gardens
The journey of Prophet Musa (A.S) and Khidr (A.S)
The narrative of Dhul-Qarnayn
This Surah is often recited on Fridays as it is recommended in Hadith due to the light (spiritual guidance) it provides for the week ahead.
🟩 Key Facts:
Surah Number: 18
Name Meaning: "Al-Kahf" means “The Cave”
Arabic Root: كَهْف (Kahf) = Cave
Total Verses: 110
Major Stories: People of the Cave, Musa & Khidr, Dhul-Qarnayn
Revealed in: Makkah
Recommended Recitation: Every Friday
Primary Themes: Faith under trial, divine wisdom, trust in Allah's plan
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