Introduction
Surah Al-Baqarah is the 2nd chapter of the Holy Quran. It was revealed in Madinah (not Makkah) and contains a total of 286 verses, making it the longest Surah of the Quran.
The word “Baqarah” in Arabic means “The Cow”. This Surah covers many important events, lessons, and commands for humankind. Reciting, understanding, and acting upon it holds immense significance for every Muslim.
The Last 2 Verses of Surah Baqarah
The 285th and 286th verses are the last two ayats of Surah Al-Baqarah. These verses highlight:
- The belief of the Prophet (ﷺ) and the believers in Allah.
- The importance of faith in Allah, His Angels, His Books, and His Messengers.
- A humble supplication for forgiveness, guidance, strength, and mercy from Allah.
These two verses are so powerful that the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said:
“Whoever recites the last two verses of Surah Al-Baqarah at night, they will suffice him.”
(Sahih al-Bukhari, Sahih Muslim)
Surah Baqarah Last 2 Ayats in Arabic
Verse 285
آمَنَ الرَّسُولُ بِمَا أُنزِلَ إِلَيْهِ مِن رَّبِّهِ وَالْمُؤْمِنُونَ ۚ كُلٌّ آمَنَ بِاللَّهِ وَمَلَائِكَتِهِ وَكُتُبِهِ وَرُسُلِهِ لَا نُفَرِّقُ بَيْنَ أَحَدٍ مِّن رُّسُلِهِ ۚ وَقَالُوا سَمِعْنَا وَأَطَعْنَا ۖ غُفْرَانَكَ رَبَّنَا وَإِلَيْكَ الْمَصِيرُ
Verse 286
لَا يُكَلِّفُ اللَّهُ نَفْسًا إِلَّا وُسْعَهَا ۚ لَهَا مَا كَسَبَتْ وَعَلَيْهَا مَا اكْتَسَبَتْ ۗ رَبَّنَا لَا تُؤَاخِذْنَا إِن نَّسِينَا أَوْ أَخْطَأْنَا ۚ رَبَّنَا وَلَا تَحْمِلْ عَلَيْنَا إِصْرًا كَمَا حَمَلْتَهُ عَلَى الَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِنَا ۚ رَبَّنَا وَلَا تُحَمِّلْنَا مَا لَا طَاقَةَ لَنَا بِهِ ۖ وَاعْفُ عَنَّا وَاغْفِرْ لَنَا وَارْحَمْنَا ۚ أَنتَ مَوْلَانَا فَانصُرْنَا عَلَى الْقَوْمِ الْكَافِرِينَ
Key Lessons from the Last 2 Ayats
✅ Belief in Allah, His angels, books, and messengers.
✅ Acceptance of Allah’s commands with the attitude: “We hear and we obey.”
✅ Allah does not burden anyone beyond their capacity.
✅ A supplication asking Allah for:
- Forgiveness of mistakes.
- Protection from hardships beyond our strength.
- Mercy and victory over disbelievers.
Conclusion
The last two verses of Surah Al-Baqarah are a treasure of faith and supplication. Every Muslim is encouraged to recite them regularly, especially before sleeping, as they bring protection, mercy, and closeness to Allah.