The first revealed word from Allah Almighty was “Iqra”. Which means “read” or “recite”. It was the first word sent down on earth through angel Gabriel to our beloved Prophet, peace be upon him. “Surah Al-Alaq” was the first Surah. A message from Allah Almighty. It consists of 19 verses.

Surah Alaq has two parts. Islamic scholars say, the first part was revealed in 610. And the second part was revealed later on. It’s being said that the first revelation was in the cave of Hira. The time when Muhammad Peace Is Upon Him went for the worship of Allah Almighty.

This Surah was the confirmation that Allah Almighty is the creator of everything in this world.

Allama Alam Faqri (رحمه الله‎) writes

(i) Whoever makes a habit of reciting Surah Al-Alaq daily his knowledge, intelligence and memory will increase greatly.

(ii) For high success in exams, a student should recite Surah Al-Alaq 70 times after Fajr for 27 days (before exam) and on the day of test it should be read 27 times.

(iii) For bright result of children in exams, a parent should recite Surah Al-Alaq 100 times for 21 days after Isha and pray to Allah for the success of his offspring.

It is highly recommended to recite Surah Al-Alaq while travelling and it acts as a safety from accidents. If recited on a treasure, it remains safe.