Surah Al-Hashr Last 3 Verses — Transliteration & Tajweed Guide
The closing three verses of Surah Al-Hashr (Chapter 59, verses 22–24) are among the most beloved and widely memorised passages in the Quran. In just three verses, Allah describes Himself through 14 of His Most Beautiful Names, covering His mercy, sovereignty, purity, power, and creative majesty. This guide gives you the Arabic text, English transliteration, translation, detailed Tajweed pronunciation notes, and a step-by-step memorisation plan.
About Surah Al-Hashr
Surah Al-Hashr (الحشر) is the 59th chapter of the Quran. Its name means “The Gathering” or “The Exile” — a reference to the events described in its opening verses concerning the Banu Nadir tribe. It was revealed in Madinah and has 24 verses. The final three verses (22–24) are entirely different in tone from the rest of the surah: while the earlier verses deal with historical events and lessons, the closing verses pivot to a sublime description of Allah’s nature and His names.
These three verses are sometimes called the “Names of Allah in Al-Hashr” and are frequently recited together as a unit, especially in morning and evening adhkar routines. They contain 14 of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah — more than any other single passage of comparable length in the Quran.
According to a hadith reported by Maʿqil ibn Yasar and collected by At-Tirmidhi, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) encouraged reciting these verses after Fajr and Maghrib prayers, noting the great reward for doing so. For this reason, memorising them is considered highly virtuous and practically beneficial for daily worship.
You can follow along in the Quran reader on page 1100 (the closing pages of Surah Al-Hashr).
The 14 Divine Names — At a Glance
Each of these names reveals a different dimension of Allah’s nature. Learning what each name means will deepen your understanding as you recite.
| Verse | Name | Arabic | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | Al-Rahman | الرحمن | The Most Merciful |
| 22 | Al-Rahim | الرحيم | The Especially Merciful |
| 23 | Al-Malik | الملك | The Sovereign |
| 23 | Al-Quddus | القدوس | The Pure |
| 23 | Al-Salam | السلام | The Source of Peace |
| 23 | Al-Mu'min | المؤمن | The Bestower of Faith |
| 23 | Al-Muhaymin | المهيمن | The Overseer |
| 23 | Al-'Aziz | العزيز | The Exalted in Might |
| 23 | Al-Jabbar | الجبار | The Compeller |
| 23 | Al-Mutakabbir | المتكبر | The Superior |
| 24 | Al-Khaliq | الخالق | The Creator |
| 24 | Al-Bari' | الباريء | The Originator |
| 24 | Al-Musawwir | المصور | The Fashioner of Forms |
| 24 | Al-Hakim | الحكيم | The All-Wise |
See the complete Tajweed Rules guide for the colour coding used in the reader for each rule you will encounter in these verses.
Verse-by-Verse: Arabic, Transliteration & Tajweed Notes
Each verse below includes the Arabic text, an English transliteration, a plain-English translation, the Divine Names it contains, and pronunciation notes highlighting the most important Tajweed rules. For the transliteration, capital letters indicate emphatic or heavy sounds (e.g., a heavy Ra), and a raised hook (ʿ) marks the ʿAyn letter.
Verse 22 (59:22)
Transliteration
Huwal-laahul-ladhee laa ilaaha illaa Huw, ʿAalimul-ghaybi wash-shahaadah, Huwar-Rahmaanur-Raheem
Translation
“He is Allah, other than whom there is no deity, Knower of the unseen and the witnessed. He is the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful.”
Divine Names in this verse
Tajweed & Pronunciation Notes
"Laa ilaaha illaa Huw" — the Lam in "illaa" is a 2-count natural Madd. Pause slightly at each small pause mark (). "Ghaybi" — the Ghain (غ) comes from the back of the throat; do not replace it with a simple "g". "Ash-Shahaadah" — the Sheen has a 2-count Madd on "Shaaa". "Ar-Rahmaan" — the Alif after Ra is a 2-count Madd; "Ar-Raheem" — the Yaa before the Meem is a 2-count Madd.
Verse 23 (59:23)
Transliteration
Huwal-laahul-ladhee laa ilaaha illaa Huwal-Malikul-Qudduusus-Salaamul-Muʾminul-Muhayminal-ʿAzeezul-Jabbaarul-Mutakabbir. Subhaanallaahi ʿammaa yushrikoon
Translation
“He is Allah, other than whom there is no deity, the Sovereign, the Pure, the Perfection, the Bestower of Faith, the Overseer, the Exalted in Might, the Compeller, the Superior. Exalted is Allah above whatever they associate with Him.”
Divine Names in this verse
Tajweed & Pronunciation Notes
"Al-Quddoos" — the doubled Daal (Shaddah) means press firmly; the "oo" after it is a 2-count Madd. "Al-Salam" — the Lam after the Alif is a 2-count Madd. "Al-Muhaymin" — the "ay" vowel is short; do not stretch it. "Subhaanallaahi" — the Alif after Baa is a 2-count Madd. "ʿAmmaa" — the doubled Meem has a Ghunnah (nasal hum) of 2 counts.
Verse 24 (59:24)
Transliteration
Huwal-laahul-Khaaliqul-Baariʾul-Musawwir. Lahul-Asmaaʾul-Husna. Yusabbihu lahoo maa fis-samaawaati wal-ard. Wa Huwal-ʿAzeezul-Hakeem
Translation
“He is Allah, the Creator, the Inventor, the Fashioner; to Him belong the best names. Whatever is in the heavens and earth is exalting Him. And He is the Exalted in Might, the Wise.”
Divine Names in this verse
Tajweed & Pronunciation Notes
"Al-Khaaliq" — the Alif after Kha is a 2-count Madd. "Al-Baariʾ" — ends with a Hamza (glottal stop). "Al-Musawwir" — the doubled Waw (Shaddah) is pressed firmly. "Al-Asmaaʾ" — the Alif is a 2-count Madd. "As-Samaawaati" — two 2-count Madds on "Samaawaati". "Al-ʿAzeezul-Hakeem" — the Yaa before Meem in "Hakeem" is a 2-count Madd.
Key Tajweed Rules in These Verses
These three verses are a fantastic practice ground for several common Tajweed rules. Here are the most important ones to watch for:
Madd (Prolongation)
You will encounter natural Madd (2-count prolongation) throughout all three verses — on “Rahmaan”, “Raheem”, “Ghayb”, “Quddoos”, “Salam”, “Khaaliq”, “Bariʾ”, and “Hakeem”. Each Alif (آ) or Waw/Yaa vowel after a letter indicates a 2-count hold. In the reader, these are highlighted in red tones. Count mentally: “one-two” and move on.
Learn about Madd rules →Ghunnah (Nasalisation)
The most notable Ghunnah appears in verse 23 on “ʿAmmaa” (عمّا) — the doubled Meem carries a nasal hum for 2 counts. You will also encounter light Ghunnah on the Noon and Meem in various words. In the reader, Ghunnah letters are highlighted in green. The technique: hum through your nose while saying the letter, without stopping the airflow.
Shaddah (Doubling)
Several letters in these verses carry a Shaddah (ّ) — a doubling marker. This means you hold the letter for twice as long and press it firmly. Key examples: “Quddoos” (the doubled Daal), “Al-Mutakabbir” (doubled Baa), and “Musawwir” (doubled Waw). A common mistake is to say these as single letters — the Shaddah changes the meaning, so it must be honoured.
Throat Letters (ʿAyn, Ghain, Haa)
Verse 22 contains “Ghayb” (الغيب) — the Ghain (غ) is a voiced uvular sound like a gentle gargling from the back of the throat. It is not the same as a simple “g”. You also encounter the ʿAyn (ع) in “ʿAalim” — produced by constricting the throat slightly. These throat letters are some of the most distinctive sounds in Arabic. Practice them slowly, one at a time, before attempting full-speed recitation.
Arabic letter pronunciation guide →Why Recite the Last 3 Verses of Al-Hashr?
Beyond their linguistic and theological richness, these verses carry a specific recommendation from the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). A hadith narrated by Maʿqil ibn Yasar states that whoever says “Bismillah” three times and then recites these three verses after Fajr will have 70,000 angels sending salutations upon them until evening. Whoever recites them after Maghrib receives the same reward until morning.
This makes them a natural companion to other morning and evening adhkar. Many people include them alongside Ayatul Kursi and the Four Quls as part of a regular post-prayer routine. The three verses together take under 2 minutes to recite once memorised — a modest commitment for a significant reward.
Additionally, reciting these verses is a form of reflection on Allah’s Names and Attributes — a practice the Quran itself recommends. Each name you say is an affirmation of a different aspect of Allah’s majesty. Scholars of Tajweed often teach these verses early in a student’s journey precisely because they compress so much theological meaning into a manageable, melodically rich passage.
7-Day Memorisation Plan
This plan assumes 15–20 minutes of focused daily practice. Adjust the pace to suit yourself — the goal is solid retention, not speed.
Day 1 — Listen and Read
Read all three verses slowly with the transliteration, 5 times aloud. If you have access to an audio recitation (try the Listen feature in the reader), listen to the verses 3 times while following the text. Identify the Divine Names in verse 23 — just note them, do not memorise yet. The goal today is familiarity with the rhythm and sounds.
Day 2 — Memorise Verse 22
Verse 22 is the shortest. Break it into two halves: “Huwal-laahul-ladhee laa ilaaha illaa Huw, ʿAalimul-ghaybi wash-shahaadah” and “Huwar-Rahmaanur-Raheem”. Repeat each half 10 times, then combine. Cover the text and test yourself. If you can say it smoothly from memory 3 times in a row, you have it.
Days 3–4 — Memorise Verse 23
Verse 23 has the 8 names in sequence. Learn them in two batches. Batch one: “Al-Malikul-Qudduusus-Salaamul-Muʾminul-Muhaymin”. Repeat 10 times. Batch two: “Al-ʿAzeezul-Jabbaarul-Mutakabbir”. Repeat 10 times. On day 4, add “Subhaanallaahi ʿammaa yushrikoon” and chain the complete verse. Begin each session by reviewing verse 22.
Day 5 — Memorise Verse 24
Learn verse 24 in two parts: the three Creator names “Al-Khaaliqul-Baariʾul-Musawwir. Lahul-Asmaaʾul-Husna” and then “Yusabbihu lahoo maa fis-samaawaati wal-ard. Wa Huwal-ʿAzeezul-Hakeem”. Repeat each part 10 times and then chain. Begin with verses 22–23 from memory, then add verse 24.
Days 6–7 — Consolidate
Recite all three verses from memory, 5 times at the start and end of each day. Recite them after Fajr and Maghrib prayers as the Prophet recommended — this reinforces memorisation through worship. If you find yourself stumbling on the sequence of names in verse 23, write them out from memory, then check. Writing activates a different part of memory and helps solidify the sequence.
For more memorisation strategies, see the complete guide to memorising the Quran with transliteration.
Pairing with Morning & Evening Adhkar
These three verses fit naturally into a daily adhkar routine. A commonly recommended sequence after Fajr prayer:
- Ayatul Kursi (Al-Baqara 2:255) — after every obligatory prayer
- Al-Hashr 59:22–24 — after Fajr and Maghrib specifically
- The Four Quls (Al-Kafirun, Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, An-Nas) — for protection
- Tasbihat — SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, Allahu Akbar (33× each)
This full routine takes around 10 minutes and covers some of the most virtuous post-prayer recitations. The Al-Hashr verses sit beautifully in the middle — bridging the declaration of tawhid in Ayatul Kursi with the protective recitations of the Four Quls.
Full Morning & Evening Adhkar guide →Frequently Asked Questions
What are the last 3 verses of Surah Al-Hashr?
The last 3 verses of Surah Al-Hashr are verses 22, 23, and 24. Together they describe Allah through 14 of His Most Beautiful Names. Verse 22 mentions Al-Rahman and Al-Rahim. Verse 23 lists eight names: Al-Malik, Al-Quddus, Al-Salam, Al-Muʾmin, Al-Muhaymin, Al-ʿAziz, Al-Jabbar, and Al-Mutakabbir. Verse 24 contains Al-Khaliq, Al-Bariʾ, Al-Musawwir, and Al-Hakim.
What is the virtue of reciting the last 3 verses of Surah Al-Hashr?
According to a hadith narrated by Maʿqil ibn Yasar and collected by At-Tirmidhi and Abu Dawud, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said that whoever recites “Bismillah” three times and then recites the last 3 verses of Surah Al-Hashr in the morning will have 70,000 angels seeking forgiveness for them until evening — and whoever recites them in the evening receives the same reward until morning. These are deeply rewarding verses to memorise and recite daily.
How many names of Allah appear in these three verses?
There are 14 of Allah’s Most Beautiful Names across the three closing verses of Surah Al-Hashr (59:22–24). Verse 22 contains 2 names (Al-Rahman, Al-Rahim). Verse 23 contains 8 names. Verse 24 contains 4 names. In total, 14 unique names — making this passage one of the densest concentrations of Divine Names in the entire Quran.
How long does it take to memorise these three verses?
Most beginners can memorise verse 22 in a single day, as it is short and has a familiar rhythm. Verse 23 is the longest — it contains 8 names in sequence — and typically takes 2–3 days of focused practice. Verse 24 takes about 1 day. With consistent daily practice of 15–20 minutes, most people can solidly memorise all three verses within 5–7 days.
When is the recommended time to recite these verses?
The recommended times are after Fajr (the morning prayer) and after Maghrib (the sunset prayer), based on the hadith of Maʿqil ibn Yasar. Reciting them is also recommended as part of your general morning and evening adhkar routine. Many scholars also suggest reciting them before sleep, alongside Ayatul Kursi and the three Quls, as a form of spiritual protection for the night.
Page 1100 — the closing pages of Surah Al-Hashr, with colour-coded Tajweed
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