14 April 2025
Every verse of the Qur’an carries depth, guidance, and comfort. Certain verses strike a chord with different people at different times, at specific times, in specific situations, or during pivotal moments in our lives. We asked our Cii Radio family: “What is your favourite verse in the Qur’an, and why?”
Here are just 10 of the heartfelt, thought-provoking responses:
1
“Indeed, after hardship comes ease.” – Surah Ash-Sharh (94:6)وَإِنَّ مَعَ الْعُسْرِ يُسْرًا”
I was drowning in financial problems. This Ayah and others kept me going. This verse reminded me ease is promised – not maybe, but certainly.— Yusuf, Lenasia
2
“So remember Me; I will remember you.” – Surah Al-Baqarah (2:152)فَاذْكُرُونِي أَذْكُرْكُمْ”
It’s very easy for me to be distracted in Salaah, but keeping this ayah on the top of my mind in salaah, reminds me that I have a special connection with my Allah. — Amina, Durban
3
“And He found you lost and guided [you].” – Surah Ad-Duhaa (93:7)وَوَجَدَكَ ضَالًّا فَهَدَىٰ”
I didn’t grow up religious. This verse told me it’s never too late. Alhamddulillah after Ramadan I’ve become more conscious of my Salaah and Quran— Ziyaad, Mayfair
4
“And whoever puts their trust in Allah – He is sufficient for them.” – Surah At-Talaq (65:3)وَمَن يَتَوَكَّلْ عَلَى اللَّهِ فَهُوَ حَسْبُهُ”
I went through a rough patch with my son. it was not easy at all at home. Constant fights and tension. I held onto this ayat, and Allah placed him on the right path, alhamdulillah.— Sarah, Cape Town
5
“Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest.” – Surah Ar-Ra’d (13:28)أَلَا بِذِكْرِ اللَّهِ تَطْمَئِنُّ الْقُلُوبُ”
Therapy didn’t work. Distractions didn’t work. Dhikr did. I was never a person that thought anxiety was real, but then it hit me hard. Alhamdulillah the coolness of Thikr cannot be described— Bilal, Laudium
6
“Indeed, my Lord is near and responsive.” – Surah Hud (11:61)إِنَّ رَبِّي قَرِيبٌ مُّجِيبٌ”
It crushed the idea that I needed to be perfect before calling on Him. Allah will respond to anyone in any condition, as long as we are grateful and remorseful— Farhana, Pretoria
7
“And do not despair of the mercy of Allah.” – Surah Az-Zumar (39:53)لَا تَقْنَطُوا مِن رَّحْمَةِ اللَّهِ”
I lived with guilt for years. This verse told me to snap out of it, Sincere tawbah can erase everything from the books. Allah is Most Merciful — Naeem, Port Elizabeth
8
“Allah does not burden a soul beyond what it can bear.” – Surah Al-Baqarah (2:286)لَا يُكَلِّفُ اللَّهُ نَفْسًا إِلَّا وُسْعَهَا”
This reminded me again and again, that Allah Knows I can handle this test, if I couldn’t I wouldn’t be given this test by Him.— Anon Sister, Joburg
9
“He knows what is in every heart.” – Surah Al-Mulk (67:13)إِنَّهُ عَلِيمٌ بِذَاتِ الصُّدُورِ”
I don’t need to explain anything. Allah Knows it all and understands my situation fully. — Tariq Mohammed, Vereeniging
10
“And it may be that you dislike something which is good for you.” – Surah Al-Baqarah (2:216)وَعَسَىٰ أَن تَكْرَهُوا شَيْئًا وَهُوَ خَيْرٌ لَّكُمْ”
Losing my job hurt. But it led me back to Allah. Alhamdulillah, this year was the first year I sat for Itikaaf, and it was what is needed. Alhamdulillah just after Eid i was offered a new job with higher pay. Allah is the Provider, He Knows what is best”. Samir, Mayfair West.
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