Short Surahs for Salah: Last 10 Surahs of the Qur'an PDF
The ten short surahs from al-Fil to an-Nas in large, clear Arabic, ready to print, learn and recite in Salah.
Updated 25 October 2026
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About 5 minutes to recite all tentime it takesAfter Surah al-Fatihah in each rak'ah, you recite another surah or at least three short ayat. The last ten surahs of the Qur'an, from Surah al-Fil to Surah an-Nas, are short and easy to learn, which is why they are usually the first surahs children and new learners memorise.
This printable gives you all ten surahs together in large, clear Arabic on neat ruled lines, each with its own heading and every ayah numbered, so you can learn one at a time and recite them in your prayers.
How to use it well
- 1Ten short surahs
Al-Fil, Quraysh, al-Ma'un, al-Kawthar, al-Kafirun, an-Nasr, al-Masad, al-Ikhlas, al-Falaq and an-Nas.
- 2Every ayah numbered
Each ayah ends with its number, so you can keep your place.
- 3Large, clear text
Set large on ruled lines, easy to learn from on screen or on paper.
- 4Verified text
Copied from a verified digital Qur'an text, never retyped by hand.
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How to use it
Print it on A4 or US Letter paper and learn one surah at a time, starting with the shortest. Recite each new surah in your Salah once you know it well.
Treat the printed pages with the same respect as a mushaf: keep them clean, store them in a high place, and recite with wudu where you can.
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Frequently asked questions
Which surahs are in this set?
The last ten surahs of the Qur'an: al-Fil, Quraysh, al-Ma'un, al-Kawthar, al-Kafirun, an-Nasr, al-Masad, al-Ikhlas, al-Falaq and an-Nas.
Can I recite any of these surahs in Salah?
Yes. After Surah al-Fatihah, you can recite any surah you know, or at least three short ayat. These short surahs are a good place to start.
Which is the shortest surah?
Surah al-Kawthar, with three ayat. It is a good first surah to learn.
Is the Arabic text checked?
Yes. The text is copied from a verified digital Qur'an text, so it is never retyped by hand.
Is the PDF free?
Yes. It is free to download, needs no sign-up, and comes in A4 and US Letter sizes.
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