Every chapter of the Quran has its significance and benefits, just like Surah Yaseen. There are countless benefits of reciting Surah Yaseen, as the Surah has special significance. The Quran is sent down on humankind as a blessing; in it are lessons that help us live a life that pleases Allah. Different chapters of the Quran hold different messages and rewards. Some chapters, however, have more significance than the others, and Surah Yaseen is one of those chapters.

Muslims worldwide learn and memorize Surah Yaseen due to its countless blessings and reward in the world and the hereafter. There is a reason why Muslims give so much importance to Surah Yaseen, and that is the various hadith that talk about the importance of the Surah and the reward for reciting it. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) referred to Surah Yaseen as the heart of the Quran, making it special for Muslims.

Why Surah Yaseen is Called Heart of the Quran?

The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, “Surely everything has a heart, and the heart of the Quran is Yaseen. I would love that it be in the heart of every person of my people.” (Tafsir-al- Sabuni Vol.2) This hadith tells us that Surah Yaseen is undoubtedly a special surah. Reciting any part of the Quran carries great benefit; every letter gives us ten rewards, then imagine the reward one gets for reciting the heart of the Quran.

However, there is a reason why Surah Yaseen is called the heart of the Quran.  Surah Yaseen has 83 verses, and these verses can be divided into three themes; Tauheed, Risalah, and the day of judgment.  To understand the significance of Surah Yaseen, one needs to understand the significance of these three themes.

Tauheed:

Tauheed is the declaration of the oneness of Allah.  In Surah Yaseen, Allah mentions that he is the Supreme power that controls the entire universe and every little thing in it.  He has no weakness and decides everything, including who believes in Him and who doesn’t.

Risalah

Risalah means the declaration that the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the Prophet of Allah and has been sent down to humankind for their betterment.

In Surah, Yaseen Allah mentions, “Tell them, for instance, the story of the people of the habitation when the Messengers came to it. We sent them two Messengers, and they denied both. Then. We sent a third one to strengthen them, and they all said, “We have been sent to you as Messengers.” The people said, “You are no more than men like us, and the Merciful God has sent down nothing. You are only telling a lie.” (Al-Quran 36-13 to 36-15)

This hadith means that Allah confirms that the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is His Prophet and that if his people are rejecting him, he is not the first to through that.

The Day of Judgment

Surah Yaseen also talks about the Day of Judgment and how it will be.  For instance, the Surah says that it will come suddenly in one blast, and people will no longer have the chance to make a wish or return to their homes. Allah will resurrect the dead from their graves, and the people who denied the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)’ s message will suffer the consequences.

These important themes clarify why Surah Yaseen is called the Heart of the Quran.

Tauheed, Risalah, and the belief in the Day of Judgment are the core beliefs of Islam, and since Surah Yaseen highlights all three of them, it summarizes the Quran and hence is known as the Heart of Quran.

Surah Yaseen is a very profound Surah. There are numerous advantages of Surah Yaseen.  Below are some of the many spiritual and physical Virtues of Surah Yaseen that will motivate you to recite and memorize it.

Advantages of Reciting Surah Yaseen

The recitation of any Surah of the Quran calms the heart and results in spiritual and worldly benefits. The recitation of Surah Yaseen is even more beneficial due to the many advantages that benefit both in this world and the next.

Forgiveness

The most significant advantage of reciting Surah Yaseen is the absolution from sins. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, “Whoever recited Surah Yaseen at the night seeking Allah’s approval, Allah would forgive him.” (Ibn Hibban, Darimi 3283/A, Abu Yala, Tabarani, Baihaqi & Mardawaih) According to this hadith, if we recite Surah Yaseen before going to bed with a pure heart and the intention of pleasing Allah alone, we will wake up the morning sin-free.

We Muslims sin countlessly as it is only human to do so; hence Allah has given us a special chance to have our sins forgiven in the form of Surah Yaseen.

Easiness While Dying

Death is a very brutal reality; it can be painful and difficult.  Surah Yaseen helps people at the time of death and eases the pain.  A person who is dying needs comfort so that they can move peacefully to the next world.  The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, “Recite Yaseen on those who are dying.” (Dawud) This hadith shows that Surah Yaseen comforts the dying people, and this is perhaps one of the many Surah Yaseen benefits.

Fulfilling Your Worldly Needs

Remembering Allah and reciting the Holy Quran benefits us in both this world and the next. Reciting Surah Yaseen is so blessed that, in return, Allah fulfills all our needs. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was reported saying, “Whoever reads Surah Yaseen at the beginning of the day, all his needs for that day would be fulfilled.”

Another benefit of reciting Surah Yaseen is that it spiritually helps us against diseases. A healthy life is very important, and the remembrance of Allah can surely protect us from diseases that harm us.  Surah Yaseen heals people with health problems and soothes their hearts.

Intercession after Death

After we die, we will be questioned about what we did in this world. At that time, Surah would intercede for the ones who read it. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, “Indeed in the Noble Quran there is a Surah, for its reading will intercede and will be a means of forgiveness for listener. Listen carefully, it is Surah Yaseen, in the Torah it is called Muimmah.”  It means that the Surah will not only intercede for the reciter but also for the listener.

In another hadith of Surah Yaseen virtues, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, “It contains for its reader the benefits of this world, it removes from him the dread of the next life, and it is called Dafiah and Qadhiyah.”  These hadith signifies the importance of Surah Yaseen in this life and the one after.

Help on the Day of Judgment

Since Surah Yaseen talks about the day of judgment, it will also help its readers on that day. The day of judgment will be scary, and all of us will need the help of Allah. Surah Yaseen will help its readers gain special benefits from Allah of the Day of Judgment.  A hadith regarding the day of judgment goes as the following, “The person who recites and memorizes Surah Yaseen will be in the shadow of Allah’s Blessings.”

 

There are several benefits of reciting Surah Yaseen both in this world and the one after. We Muslims need to understand this Surah’s significance and incorporate it into our lives to earn the maximum reward.  It is said by the Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) that “My heart desires that Surah Yaseen should be present in the heart of every one of my ummah.”