Al-Isra'ʾ, also known as Banī Isrāʾīl, is the 17th chapter of the Quran, with 111 verses. The word Isra' refers to the Night Journey of the prophet Muhammad (peace be upon Him) and about the Children of Israel. This surāh is part of a series al-Musabbihat surahs because it begins with the glorification of God. Surah Isra, with its profound verses and spiritual significance, serves as a beacon of guidance for believers. Beyond recounting the miraculous night journey of Prophet Muhammad, this surah imparts timeless lessons on the authority of prophets and the importance of steadfastness in faith.
