Ayatul Kursi (the Verse of the Throne) is verse 255 of Surah Al-Baqarah. It is known as the greatest verse in the Holy Quran and is recited by Muslims daily for protection and blessings.
Please verify the Arabic text with a printed Mushaf and learn correct pronunciation from a qualified teacher. Transliteration is only an aid.
Ayatul Kursi in Arabic
اللَّهُ لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ ۚ لَا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلَا نَوْمٌ ۚ لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمَاوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الْأَرْضِ ۗ مَنْ ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ ۚ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ ۖ وَلَا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ ۚ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضَ ۖ وَلَا يَئُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا ۚ وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ
Transliteration
Allahu la ilaha illa Huwal-Hayyul-Qayyum. La ta’khudhuhu sinatun wa la nawm. Lahu ma fis-samawati wa ma fil-ard. Man dhal-ladhi yashfa’u ‘indahu illa bi-idhnih. Ya’lamu ma bayna aydihim wa ma khalfahum. Wa la yuhituna bi shay’im-min ‘ilmihi illa bima sha’. Wasi’a kursiyyuhus-samawati wal-ard. Wa la ya’uduhu hifzuhuma. Wa Huwal-‘Aliyyul-‘Azim.
English Translation
Allah – there is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of all existence. Neither drowsiness overtakes Him nor sleep. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. Who is it that can intercede with Him except by His permission? He knows what is before them and what will be after them, and they encompass nothing of His knowledge except what He wills. His Kursi extends over the heavens and the earth, and their preservation does not tire Him. And He is the Most High, the Most Great.
Virtues of Ayatul Kursi
- The greatest verse: The Prophet ﷺ described Ayatul Kursi as the greatest verse in the Book of Allah (Sahih Muslim).
- Protection at night: Reciting it before sleeping brings protection from Allah through the night (Sahih al-Bukhari).
- After every fard prayer: A narration in Sunan an-Nasa’i mentions great reward for reciting it after each obligatory prayer.
When to Recite Ayatul Kursi
- After every fard (obligatory) prayer
- Before going to sleep
- In the morning and evening adhkar
- When leaving home or travelling
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which surah contains Ayatul Kursi?
Ayatul Kursi is verse 255 of Surah Al-Baqarah, the second chapter of the Quran.
What does “Kursi” mean?
Kursi is commonly translated as “Footstool” or “Throne”, referring to the vastness of Allah’s dominion.
Can I recite Ayatul Kursi without wudu?
Many scholars allow reciting Quran from memory without wudu, but touching the Mushaf requires wudu. Ask a scholar for detailed guidance.
Conclusion
Make Ayatul Kursi part of your daily routine, especially after prayers and before sleeping. May Allah protect us all. Ameen.