Al-Nas (Arabic: الناس, romanized: An-Naas, "Mankind") is the 114th and last chapter (surah) of the Qur'an. This surah is positioned in Para 30 which is also known as Juz Amma (Juz' 30). It is a short six-verse invocation, asking God for protection from the Devil (Iblis). The chapter takes its name from the word "people" or "mankind" (an-Nas), which recurs throughout the chapter. Together with the preceding chapter, Al-Falaq ("Daybreak"), they are known as "the Refuges" (Al-Mu'awwidhatayn); dealing with roughly the same theme, they form a natural pair.
Regarding the timing and contextual background of the supposed revelation (asbab al-nuzul), it is an earlier "Makki surah", which means it is believed to have been revealed in Makkah, instead of later in Madinah.
There is a Sunnah tradition of reading this chapter for the sick or before sleeping.
Implications of the sūrah on a Muslim's life
According to Ibn Kathir's exegesis (tafsir), it has been reported from Abu Sa'id that: Prophet Muhammad used to seek protection from the evil eyes of the jinn and mankind. But when the Muawwidhatayn were revealed, he used them (for protection) and abandoned all else besides them. Al-Tirmidhi, An-Nisai and ibn Majah recorded this.
Relations to other chapters
Being the last chapter of the Quran, it is a kind of final response to the invocation that the reader of the Quran is implored to make to God in Quran 1 (Al-Fatihah). The response is that even though God has provided detailed guidance, the seeker of guidance must also pray to God that he remains free from the 'whisper' (waswāsa) of the Satan.
Relation to topics discussed in previous chapter:
The root problem is mentioned in Quran 113 (al Falaq) but more specific information is mentioned in this chapter as to the problem of the shaytan himself who puts waswāsa (whisperings) into the hearts of the people.
In Quran 113 (Q:113), God protects from the outward harms of evils, whereas in Quran (Mushaf / Koran) 114 (Q:114) God protects from evils which affect inside; i.e. whisperings which can weaken belief, introduce doubts, or entice mankind towards evil.
In Q:113, there were evils which are harmful to mankind, but outside of people's control. The one committing those evils (i.e. magic, envy etc.) would be sinful.
The virtues and importance of Surah an Naas have been highlighted in many authentic traditions. Different ahadith signify Surah Naas importance which tells us that Sarah Naas ka Amal should be a part of our everyday lives.
1. Most beloved Surah of the Prophet (SAW) from among the entire list of Quran Surahs
Uqbah b. ‘Amir Narrates:
“The Messenger of Allah (may peace be upon him) said to me: There have been sent down to me verses the like of which had never been seen before. They are the Mu’awwadhatain.”
(Sahih Muslim Bk.004 Ch.136 No.1775)
2. Surah Naas for Black Magic:
Surah al Falak and Surah an Naas are a gift to us by Allah, which we can use to seek His refuge from internal and external evils. The whisperings of the Shaitan, attacks from jinns, evil eye of those around us, jealousy and envy are all poisonous enemies that these beautiful Surahs can safeguard us from.
Salah satu surat di juz amma yaitu Surat An Nas mempunyai arti “manusia” Surat An Nas dan surat Al Falaq disebut al mu’awwidzatain. Yakni dua surat yang menuntun pembacanya menuju tempat perlindungan. Selain itu makna surat An Nas adalah anjuran supaya manusia memohon perlindungan kepada Allah Swt terhadap pengaruh hasutan jahat setan yang menyelinap di dalam diri. Surat ini biasa dibuat untuk meruqiyah diri .
salah satu surat yang sering dibaca dan sangat mudah dalam menghafalnya karena terdiri dari 4 ayat , surat ini juga juga biasa disebut bacaan ayat 3 Qul karena diawali dengan bacaan “Qul’ yang diulang-ulang.
