Surah al-Hadid PDF: Free Printable Arabic Text
All 29 ayat of Surah al-Hadid, the 57th surah of the Qur'an, in clear Arabic on lined pages, free to print.
Updated 25 October 2026
Surah al-Hadid is the 57th surah of the Qur'an. It has 29 ayat, was revealed in Madinah, and is found in Juz 27. Its name means "The Iron", from the ayah that says Allah sent down iron, "in which is great strength" (57:25).
It opens with everything in the heavens and the earth glorifying Allah, and calls the believers to spend in His way. It describes the light of the believers on the Day of Judgement, and asks: has the time not come for the hearts of the believers to be humbled at the remembrance of Allah (57:16)?
This sheet gives you the full surah in clear Arabic, with each ayah numbered and wide lines that never touch the letters, so it is easy to read, follow with a finger and memorise. Print it in A4 or US Letter size.
Step by step
- 1Print the sheet
Download the A4 or US Letter PDF and print the 6 pages. The first page is the cover; the surah starts on page 2.
- 2Read it through once
Recite the surah slowly, following each line with your finger.
- 3Learn it in small parts
Memorise 2 to 3 ayat at a time. Repeat each part until you can say it without looking.
- 4Join the parts
Once a new part is secure, recite it together with the parts before it.
- 5Recite it in your prayers
Recite the parts you have learned in your voluntary prayers, so they stay fresh.
About Surah al-Hadid
- 57th surah of the Qur'an, revealed in Madinah
- 29 ayat, in Juz 27
- Named after the iron Allah sent down (57:25)
- Calls the believers to spend in Allah's way and to soften their hearts
How to use it
Print the sheet and keep it where you recite. Read the whole surah once a day, then memorise a few ayat at a time. If you are learning to read Arabic or want help with correct pronunciation, a teacher can listen to your recitation and correct it.
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Frequently asked questions
How many ayat are in Surah al-Hadid?
Surah al-Hadid has 29 ayat. It is the 57th surah of the Qur'an and is found in Juz 27.
Was Surah al-Hadid revealed in Makkah or Madinah?
It is a Madani surah, revealed in Madinah.
What does al-Hadid mean?
Al-Hadid means "The Iron". The surah is named after ayah 25, which says Allah sent down iron, in which is great strength and benefit for people.
Can I read it online instead?
Yes. Open it in our Qur'an reader at jamiahafs.com/quran, page by page as printed.
Is this PDF free to print?
Yes. Download the A4 or US Letter PDF and print as many copies as you like for yourself, your family or your class.
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