Surah Ghafir

This is a ‘makki’ Surah and it has 85 ayaat. When a person recites this Surah then the souls of all the Prophet (a.s.), the truthful people and the believers send salutations to him and pray for his forgiveness. Imam Ja’far as-Sadiq (a.s.) has said that whoever recites this Surah once in every three days, his sins will be forgiven and he will become a God-fearing person.

It is narrated from the Holy Prophet (S) that if this Surah is written and kept in a garden or farm, then the plants or crops will become more fruit bearing and green. If kept in a business premises then business will prosper and more profit will be gained. Keeping this Surah as a talisman works as a cure for wounds and scars. This Surah is also a remedy for heart problems, dizziness and nausea.