- a variation of sura.
surah
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of surah
First recorded in 1880–85; apparently variant of Surat
Example Sentences
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The Quran says as much in its 18th chapter, Surah Al-Kahf.
From New York Times • Jan. 25, 2022
The verse they selected, Surah 49:13, suggests that the purpose of having different groups of people is to get to know one another, Kassas said.
From Washington Times • May 12, 2018
Surah Grumet used to be a family doctor at a clinic in the Bronx.
From New York Times • Sep. 27, 2016
The Koran states clearly in Surah 2, Ayah 185 that those who have medical conditions are pardoned.
From BBC • Jul. 25, 2013
A Surah, or chapter, issued about 'The Spoils,' how to be divided, which now forms Chapter VIII. of the Koran.
From Arabic Authors A Manual of Arabian History and Literature by Arbuthnot, F. F.
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