Ayatul Kursi Transliteration, Word-by-Word Breakdown & Protection Duas
Learn Ayatul Kursi (Verse 255 of Surah Al-Baqarah) with accurate English transliteration, word-by-word Arabic breakdown, meaning, and evening protection Hadiths.
- Ayatul Kursi is verse 255 of Surah Al-Baqarah (2:255), described by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as the greatest verse in the Quran.
- Contains 10 distinct divine statements affirming Allah's absolute sovereignty, self-subsistence, and infinite knowledge.
- Reciting Ayatul Kursi after every obligatory prayer serves as a gateway to Paradise (Sahih Hadith).
- Serves as a powerful protective shield against harm, evil eye, and whisperings when recited before sleep.
Ayatul Kursi (آية الكرسي - The Verse of the Throne) is widely recognized as the most majestic and powerful single verse in the Holy Quran. Located in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:255), it comprehensively outlines the sublime attributes of Allah SWT.
Whether you are memorizing it for daily prayers or seeking to understand its profound spiritual meanings, this guide provides complete transliteration, English translation, and recitation etiquette.
1. Ayatul Kursi: Arabic, Transliteration & Translation
| Phrase Segment | Arabic Text | English Transliteration | English Translation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | اللَّهُ لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ | Allāhu lā ilāha illā Hū | Allah - there is no deity except Him, |
| 2 | الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ | Al-Ḥayyul-Qayyūm | The Ever-Living, the Sustainer of [all] existence. |
| 3 | لَا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلَا نَوْمٌ | Lā ta'khudhuhū sinatuw-wa lā nawm | Neither drowsiness overtakes Him nor sleep. |
| 4 | لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمَاوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الْأَرْضِ | Lahū mā fis-samāwāti wa mā fil-'arḍ | To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and earth. |
| 5 | مَنْ ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ | Man dhal-ladhī yashfa'u 'indahū illā bi-idhnih | Who is it that can intercede with Him except by His permission? |
| 6 | يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ | Ya'lamu mā bayna aydīhim wa mā khalfahum | He knows what is before them and what will be after them, |
| 7 | وَلَا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ | wa lā yuḥīṭūna bi-shay'im-min 'ilmihī illā bimā shā' | and they encompass not a thing of His knowledge except for what He wills. |
| 8 | وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضَ | Wasi'a kursiyyuhus-samāwāti wal-'arḍ | His Kursi extends over the heavens and the earth, |
| 9 | وَلَا يَئُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا | wa lā ya'ūduhū ḥifẓuhumā | and their preservation tires Him not. |
| 10 | وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ | wa Huwal-'Aliyyul-'Aẓīm | And He is the Most High, the Most Great. |
2. Key Spiritual Lessons from the 10 Attributes
Notice how every clause in Ayatul Kursi reinforces Divine perfection:
- Al-Hayy al-Qayyum: Unlike created beings who tire or age, Allah is eternally alive and self-sustaining.
- Absence of Sleep (Lā nawm): Allah's vigilance over the universe is constant without a moment's lapse.
- The Kursi (Throne): Symbolizes immense grandeur, power, and authority over all creation.
3. Virtues & Recommended Times for Recitation
- After Every Fard (Obligatory) Prayer: The Prophet (PBUH) stated: "Whoever recites Ayatul Kursi after every prescribed prayer, nothing stands between him and entering Paradise except death." (Nasa'i).
- Before Sleep: Reciting Ayatul Kursi at night assigns a protective angel from Allah until morning.
- Interactive Audio Recitation: Visit our dedicated Ayatul Kursi Tool Page for slow verse-by-verse audio playback.
Related Reading
Ayatul Kursi is verse 255 of Surah Al-Baqarah. To memorize it meaningfully, use the word-by-word transliteration method, and to perfect the pronunciation of its emphatic letters, review the transliteration guide and Tajweed basics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ayatul Kursi found in the Quran?
Ayatul Kursi is verse 255 of Surah Al-Baqarah, the second chapter of the Qur'an. Its name means 'the Verse of the Throne', referring to its description of Allah's throne (kursi) extending over the heavens and the earth.
When should Ayatul Kursi be recited?
It is commonly recited after each of the five obligatory prayers and before sleeping, based on narrations describing its protective virtues. Reading it with transliteration and audio helps you memorize it accurately.
How can I memorize Ayatul Kursi with transliteration?
Break the verse into short phrases, read each phrase from the transliteration while listening to the word-by-word audio, and repeat until it flows. Our Ayatul Kursi page shows Arabic, transliteration, and translation together with slow playback to make memorization easier.