Surah Kahf First 10 Verses – Meaning, Benefits & Importance

Introduction

Surah Kahf is a very important chapter of the Holy Quran. It is highly recommended to read the Surah Kahf first 10 verses for blessings and protection. These verses are mentioned in authentic Hadiths because they keep believers safe from Dajjal’s (the False Messiah’s) trials.

In this blog, we will talk about the meaning, importance, and benefits of Surah Kahf’s first 10 verses. We will also share what Islamic scholars say about them.

Surah Kahf First 10 Verses (Arabic, English & Urdu Translation)

Arabic:

1. ٱلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ ٱلَّذِىٓ أَنزَلَ عَلَىٰ عَبْدِهِ ٱلْكِتَٰبَ وَلَمْ يَجْعَل لَّهُۥ عِوَجًۭا
2. قَيِّمًۭا لِّيُنذِرَ بَأْسًۭا شَدِيدًۭا مِّن لَّدُنْهُ وَيُبَشِّرَ ٱلْمُؤْمِنِينَ ٱلَّذِينَ يَعْمَلُونَ ٱلصَّٰلِحَٰتِ أَنَّ لَهُمْ أَجْرًا حَسَنًۭا
3. مَّٰكِثِينَ فِيهِ أَبَدًۭا
4. وَيُنذِرَ ٱلَّذِينَ قَالُوا۟ ٱتَّخَذَ ٱللَّهُ وَلَدًۭا
5. مَّا لَهُم بِهِۦ مِنْ عِلْمٍۢ وَلَا لِءَابَآئِهِمْ ۚ كَبُرَتْ كَلِمَةًۭ تَخْرُجُ مِنْ أَفْوَٰهِهِمْ ۚ إِن يَقُولُونَ إِلَّا كَذِبًۭا
6. فَلَعَلَّكَ بَٰخِعٌۭ نَّفْسَكَ عَلَىٰٓ ءَاثَٰرِهِمْ إِن لَّمْ يُؤْمِنُوا۟ بِهَٰذَا ٱلْحَدِيثِ أَسَفًا
7. إِنَّا جَعَلْنَا مَا عَلَى ٱلْأَرْضِ زِينَةًۭ لَّهَا لِنَبْلُوَهُمْ أَيُّهُمْ أَحْسَنُ عَمَلًۭا
8. وَإِنَّا لَجَٰعِلُونَ مَا عَلَيْهَا صَعِيدًۭا جُرُزًۭا
9. أَمْ حَسِبْتَ أَنَّ أَصْحَٰبَ ٱلْكَهْفِ وَٱلرَّقِيمِ كَانُوا۟ مِنْ ءَايَٰتِنَا عَجَبًۭا
10. إِذْ أَوَى ٱلْفِتْيَةُ إِلَى ٱلْكَهْفِ فَقَالُوا۟ رَبَّنَآ ءَاتِنَا مِن لَّدُنكَ رَحْمَةًۭ وَهَيِّئْ لَنَا مِنْ أَمْرِنَا رَشَدًۭا

Urdu Translation:

1. تمام تعریفیں اللہ کے لیے ہیں، جس نے اپنے بندے پر کتاب نازل فرمائی اور اس میں کوئی ٹیڑھ نہ رکھی۔
2. (یہ) سیدھی (کتاب) ہے تاکہ وہ (اللہ کی طرف سے) سخت عذاب سے ڈرائے اور نیک اعمال کرنے والے مومنین کو خوشخبری دے کہ ان کے لیے اچھا بدلہ ہے۔
3. جس میں وہ ہمیشہ رہیں گے۔
4. اور تاکہ وہ ان لوگوں کو ڈرائے جو کہتے ہیں کہ اللہ نے (کسی کو) بیٹا بنا لیا ہے۔
5. ان کے پاس نہ اس کا کوئی علم ہے اور نہ ان کے باپ دادا کے پاس تھا۔ (یہ) بڑی سخت بات ہے جو وہ اپنے منہ سے نکالتے ہیں، وہ محض جھوٹ ہی بولتے ہیں۔
6. شاید آپ (غم کی شدت سے) اپنی جان دے دیں گے اگر یہ اس بات پر ایمان نہ لائیں۔
7. بیشک ہم نے زمین کو اس کی زینت (خوبصورتی) بنا دیا تاکہ ہم آزمائیں کہ ان میں کون اچھے اعمال کرتا ہے۔
8. اور بیشک جو کچھ زمین پر ہے ہم اسے خشک اور چٹیل میدان بنا دینے والے ہیں۔
9. کیا آپ نے خیال کیا کہ کہف (غار) اور رقیم والے ہماری نشانیوں میں سے کوئی عجیب نشانی تھے؟
10. جب وہ نوجوان غار میں پناہ گزیں ہوئے تو انہوں نے دعا کی: اے ہمارے رب! ہمیں اپنی طرف سے رحمت عطا فرما اور ہمارے معاملے میں ہمارے لیے راہِ راست مہیا فرما۔

(ترجمہ: مولانا جوناگڑھی / تفہیم القرآن سے لیا گیا)

English Translation:

1. All praise is due to Allah, Who has sent down upon His servant the Book and has not made therein any deviance.
2. (He has made it) straight to warn of severe punishment from Him and to give good tidings to the believers who do righteous deeds that they will have a good reward.
3. In which they will remain forever.
4. And to warn those who say, “Allah has taken a son.”
5. They have no knowledge of it, nor do their forefathers. Grave is the word that comes out of their mouths; they speak not except a lie.
6. Then perhaps you would kill yourself through grief over them if they do not believe in this message.
7. Indeed, We have made that which is on the earth an adornment for it, so that We may test them as to which of them is best in deeds.
8. And indeed, We will make whatever is upon it (into) a barren ground.
9. Or have you thought that the companions of the cave and the inscription were, among Our signs, a wonder?
10. (Mention) when the youths took refuge in the cave and said, “Our Lord, grant us from Yourself mercy and provide for us right guidance in our affair.”

(Translation: Sahih International)

Meaning & Explanation of the First 10 Verses

It is important to understand what these verses mean. Scholars like Ibn Kathir and Tafsir al-Jalalayn explain the main ideas:

• Verses 1-2 → Praise for Allah & the Quran as a clear guide.
• Verses 3-5 → A warning against false beliefs & importance of believing in one God (Tawheed).
• Verses 6-10 → The story of the People of the Cave and Allah’s kindness to true believers.

These verses help us understand right and wrong, give protection, and warn against disbelief.

(References: Tafsir Ibn Kathir, Tafsir al-Muyassar, and Hadith from Bukhari & Muslim.)

Surah Kahf First 10 Verses – Benefits & Importance

Hadith About These Verses

The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) told us that reading these verses protects us. Here are two important Hadiths:

• “Whoever remembers the first ten verses of Surah Kahf will be safe from Dajjal.” (Sahih Muslim, 809)
• “Reciting Surah Kahf on Friday brings light (guidance) for the week.” (Sunan al-Kubra, 5856)

Spiritual & Mental Benefits

• Protection from Dajjal’s tricks.
• Peace of mind and clear thinking.
• A reminder of Allah’s greatness and mercy.

(References: Sahih Muslim, Sunan Abu Dawood, and other Hadith books.)

Surah Kahf & Its Connection to Dajjal

Islamic scholars say these verses protect us from Dajjal. They teach us to have faith, trust Allah, and remember that this world is temporary.

Authentic References:

• Sahih Muslim (Hadith No. 809) → Memorizing these verses keeps us safe from Dajjal.
• Sunan Abu Dawood → Surah Kahf is a shield against Dajjal.

When & How to Recite Surah Kahf’s First 10 Verses

• Best Time to Recite → Friday, as mentioned in Hadith.
• How to Recite → After Fajr prayer or Jumu’ah Salah.
• Common Mistakes → Wrong pronunciation or reading without understanding the meaning.

(Reference: Islamic Fiqh Academy on proper Quran recitation.)

Conclusion

The first 10 verses of Surah Kahf are very important in Islam. They bring protection, wisdom, and guidance. Memorizing and reading them often will protect us from Dajjal and make our faith stronger.

Let’s make a habit of reading these verses every Friday and sharing their benefits with others.