How Many Sajdah in the Quran? A Clear Guide
The Quran, as a holy Islam book, includes not only the guidance of life, but also the moments of deeply spiritual expression – one of which is Sajda’s action (prostitution). It is a situation in a decorated prayer where a Muslim takes the forehead to the ground in humility in front of Allah. The Qur’an has specific verses in which Sajda’s work is recommended or compulsory. They are known as the verses from Sajdah Tilwa (the recitation word).
| S/N | Surah Name | Parah (Juz) | Sajdah Verse |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Al-A’raf | 9 | 206 |
| 2 | Ar-Ra’d | 13 | 15 |
| 3 | An-Nahl | 14 | 26 |
| 4 | Al-Isra | 15 | 109 |
| 5 | Maryam | 16 | 58 |
| 6 | Al-Hajj | 17 | 18 & 77 |
| 7 | Al-Furqan | 19 | 60 |
| 8 | An-Naml | 19 | 26 |
| 9 | As-Sajdah | 21 | 15 |
| 10 | Sad | 23 | 24 |
| 11 | Fussilat | 24 | 38 |
| 12 | An-Najm | 27 | 62 |
| 13 | Inshiqaq | 30 | 21 |
| 14 | Al-Alaq | 30 | 19 |
How many admirers are there in the Quran?
According to most scholars, Sajda has 15 places in the Holy Qur’an. Each of these verses motivated the believer to confront, when read or heard on the basis of the tradition of Prophet Muhammad.
List of Sajdah Verses in the Quran:
Here are the surahs and verses where Sajdah Tilawah occurs:
Surah Al-A’raf (7:206)
Surah Ar-Ra’d (13:15)
Surah An-Nahl (16:26)
Surah Al-Isra (Bani Isra’il) (17:109)
Surah Maryam (19:58)
Surah Al-Hajj (22:18)
Surah Al-Hajj (22:77) (Note: this surah has two sajdahs)
Surah Al-Furqan (25:60)
Surah An-Naml (27:26)
Surah As-Sajdah (32:15)
Surah Sad (38:24) (There is a difference of opinion on whether this is wajib or not)
Surah Fussilat (41:38)
Surah An-Najm (53:62)
Surah Inshiqaq (84:21)
Surah Al-Alaq (96:19)
What is Sajdah Tilawah?
Sajdah Tilawah refers to a prostration made upon the recitation or listening of specific verses that carry the instruction or implication of prostration. It can be done during prayer (salah) or even outside of prayer. The action is a physical demonstration of obedience and humility before Allah.
When and How to Perform Sajdah Tilawah?
If you’re reciting a verse of Sajdah, you should perform a single prostration immediately after or at an appropriate time.
If you’re listening, it’s recommended to do the same upon hearing the verse.
The sajdah can be done with or without wudu if not in formal prayer, but it’s better to be in a state of cleanliness and face the Qiblah.
A short takbir (saying “Allahu Akbar”) is said before going down, and you may say:
“Subhana Rabbiyal A’la” (Glory is to my Lord, the Most High)
Is Sajdah Tilawah Obligatory?
Most scholars consider Sajdah Tilawah as highly recommended (sunnah mu’akkadah), though some say it’s wajib (obligatory), especially during prayer. If missed, there’s no sin, but it’s highly meritorious to perform it. Explore Ehidayat
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