Hadith on the importance of reading Surah Al Kahf on Friday
Reciting Surah Al-Kahf on Fridays is a Sunnah practice with numerous blessings, including spiritual light, protection from trials, and a shield against the Dajjal. Engaging in this practice brings immense rewards, as highlighted in Hadith.
It is recommended to recite Surat al-Kahf completely the night before Friday, and it is also recommended to do so Friday itself, before Maghrib time. Ibn Abidin said, “And it is best to do so early on Friday, in order to rush to the good and to avoid forgetting.” [Ibn Abidin, Radd al-Muhtar, Bab al-Jumu`ah]
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Why Recite Surah Al-Kahf on Friday?
The importance of reciting Surah Al-Kahf on Fridays stems from authentic Hadiths that highlight the rewards and blessings associated with this act:
- Light from One Friday to the Next
Rasul Allah Sallalahu Alaihe Wa Sallam said, “Whoever recites Surah Al-Kahf on Friday, it will illuminate him with light from one Friday to the next” (Sahih Al-Jami). This light is a metaphor for guidance, inner peace, and protection in one’s life journey. - Protection from the Dajjal
Another significant reason to recite Surah Al-Kahf is for protection from the Dajjal (the Antichrist). Rasul Allah Sallalahu Alaihe Wa Sallam said, “Whoever memorizes the first ten verses of Surah Al-Kahf will be protected from the Dajjal” (Sahih Muslim). The Dajjal represents a major trial of deception in Islamic eschatology, and reciting Surah Al-Kahf provides a safeguard against his influence. - A Sunnah Practice to Gain Rewards
Reciting Surah Al-Kahf on Fridays is a Sunnah that brings immense rewards and draws one closer to Allah. By following this practice, Muslims fulfill a prophetic teaching and engage in an act that brings barakah (blessings) into their lives.
Surah al kahf: Dua of people of cave:
رَبَّنَآ ءَاتِنَا مِن لَّدُنكَ رَحْمَةًۭ وَهَيِّئْ لَنَا مِنْ أَمْرِنَا رَشَدًۭا
“Rabbanaa aatinaa min ladunka rahmatanw wa haiyi lanaa min amrinaa rashadaa.”
Surah al Kahf shows us the mirror of reality of life. Allah subhana ta’ala says in Surah al Kahf,
إِنَّا جَعَلْنَا مَا عَلَى ٱلْأَرْضِ زِينَةًۭ لَّهَا لِنَبْلُوَهُمْ أَيُّهُمْ أَحْسَنُ عَمَلًۭا ٧
“Lahaa linabluwahum ayyuhum ahsanu amalaa in kahf.”
We have indeed made whatever is on earth as an adornment for it, in order to test which of them is best in deeds.
Allah swt then says, That is how We caused them to be discovered so that their people might know that Allah’s promise ˹of resurrection˺ is true and that there is no doubt about the Hour.
Hadith on reading Surah Al Kahf on Friday
There are saheeh ahaadeeth from the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) concerning the virtues of reciting Soorat al-Kahf during the day or night of Jumu’ah (Friday). These include following Surah Kahf Ahadees
1. From Abu Sa’eed al-Khudri, who said: “Whoever reads Soorat al-Kahf on the night of Jumu’ah, will have a light that will stretch between him and the Ancient House (the Ka’bah).”(Narrated by al-Daarimi, 3407. This hadeeth was classed as saheeh by Shaykh al-Albaani in Saheeh al-Jaami, 6471)
2. “Whoever reads Soorat al-Kahf on the day of Jumu’ah, will have a light that will shine from him from one Friday to the next.”(Narrated by al-Haakim, 2/399; al-Bayhaqi, 3/249. Ibn Hajar said in Takhreej al-Adhkaar that this is a hasan hadeeth, and he said, this is the strongest report that has been narrated concerning reading Soorat al-Kahf. See: Fayd al-Qadeer, 6/198. It was classed as saheeh by Shaykh al-Albaani in Saheeh al-Jaami’, 6470)
3.It was narrated that Ibn ‘Umar (may Allaah be pleased with him) said: “The Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: ‘Whoever reads Soorat al-Kahf on the day of Jumu’ah, a light will shine for him from beneath his feet to the clouds of the sky, which will shine for him on the Day of Resurrection, and he will be forgiven (his sins) between the two Fridays.’”Al-Mundhiri said, this was narrated by Abu Bakr ibn Mardawayh in his Tafseer, with an isnaad with which there was nothing wrong.(al-Targheeb wa’l-Tarheeb, 1/298)
Abu al-Darda’ reported the prophet (ﷺ) as saying :If anyone memorises ten verses from the beginning of surat al-Kahf, he will be protected from the trial of Dajjal (Antichrist).Abu Dawud said: In this way Hashim al-dastawa’I transmitted it from Qatadah, but he said : “If anyone memorizes the closing verses of surat al-Kahf.” Shu’bah narrated from Qatadah the words “from the end of al-Kahf.(Sunan Abi Dawud 4323)
Benefits of Reciting Surah Al-Kahf on Friday in a nutshell-
- Spiritual Light and Guidance
Reciting Surah Al-Kahf brings a “spiritual light” that illuminates one’s life, helping with clear guidance, strength in faith, and protection from errors. - Protection from Future Trials
The surah’s verses offer strength and resilience to face trials and deception, especially the major trials represented by the Dajjal. - Increased Rewards on Friday
Friday is a blessed day in Islam, and every good deed done on this day brings extra reward. Reciting Surah Al-Kahf on Fridays fulfills a Sunnah and brings a greater spiritual reward. - Peace and Serenity
Reflecting on Surah Al-Kahf’s stories and lessons brings inner peace, helps to overcome arrogance, strengthens patience, and provides a reminder of Allah’s mercy and protectio
So, Make it a habit to Recite Surah Kahf every friday. May Allah give us to do taufeeq on this Amal. Ameen.
Practical Tips for Incorporating Surah Al-Kahf on Fridays
- Set a Time to Recite
Choose a specific time on Friday, such as after Jumu’ah prayer, to recite Surah Al-Kahf regularly. This helps make it a consistent habit. - Reflect on Its Lessons
Try to understand and reflect on the stories in Surah Al-Kahf. Contemplate its messages and apply them to personal life challenges. - Listen to Its Recitation
If you are unable to recite the surah in Arabic, consider listening to a recorded recitation. This still allows you to absorb its spiritual and emotional impact. - Teach It to Family and Friends
Encourage family members, especially children, to recite and memorize parts of Surah Al-Kahf, as this can protect them and instill important values.
Read this sura and the sins you commit between two Friday’s will be forgiven? Can this be believed? Would our Prophet really have said this ? No, this is a fake assurance by the satan to misguide Muslims from the right path. And satan is an enemy to mankind. In the duration between two Fridays you are to pray seven Fajr, seven zohr, seven ASR, seven Magrib and seven Isha prayers at their correct times, otherwise you are a sinner.As a Muslim, you are under duty not to lie, cheat in business or be corrupt in your dealings, not to do sexual transgressions and many other duties as imposed by Allah, otherwise you are a sinner. Can all these strenuous duties be avoided just by reciting a sura that takes twenty minutes? Would our Prophet pbuh have really said this? Another fake Hadees. The Quran hasn’t classified its Surat as very important, important or less important, everything is revealed by Allah,
These assurances are clearly from the satan who is an enemy to mankind.