How many Sajda in Quran? There are 14 Sajdah verses in the Quran that are marked in most copies of the Mushaf. When you recite or hear one of these verses, you perform a prostration called Sajdah Tilawat (the prostration of recitation). This guide gives the complete list of the 14 Sajdah verses, with the Surah name and number, the verse number, and the Juz (Para) where each one appears, so you can find them easily while reading.

How Many Sajda in Quran? The Answer

There are 14 Sajdahs in the Quran according to the most common count. These are the verses marked with a Sajdah sign (۩) in the Mushaf. Some scholars also count the verse in Surah Al-Alaq (96:19) as a Sajdah, which makes 15 Sajdahs in that view. This difference is explained in more detail in the section “Are There 14 or 15 Sajdahs in the Quran?” below.

Complete List of 14 Sajdah Verses in Quran

Here is the complete list of the 14 Sajdah verses, in the order they appear in the Quran:

1. Surah Al-A’raf (7), Verse 206 — Juz 9
2. Surah Ar-Ra’d (13), Verse 15 — Juz 13
3. Surah An-Nahl (16), Verse 50 — Juz 14
4. Surah Al-Isra (17), Verse 109 — Juz 15
5. Surah Maryam (19), Verse 58 — Juz 16
6. Surah Al-Hajj (22), Verse 18 — Juz 17
7. Surah Al-Hajj (22), Verse 77 — Juz 17
8. Surah Al-Furqan (25), Verse 60 — Juz 19
9. Surah An-Naml (27), Verse 26 — Juz 19
10. Surah As-Sajdah (32), Verse 15 — Juz 21
11. Surah Sad (38), Verse 24 — Juz 23
12. Surah Fussilat (41), Verse 38 — Juz 24
13. Surah An-Najm (53), Verse 62 — Juz 27
14. Surah Al-Inshiqaq (84), Verse 21 — Juz 30

Surah Al-Hajj is the only Surah with two Sajdah verses (22:18 and 22:77), and Juz 17 is the only Juz with two Sajdahs, both in that same Surah. The first Sajdah in the Quran is in Surah Al-A’raf, and the last of the 14 is in Surah Al-Inshiqaq, in Juz 30.

Are There 14 or 15 Sajdahs in the Quran?

You may see both numbers — 14 and 15 — given as the answer to “How many Sajda in Quran?” Both are correct in their own way, and the difference comes from one verse:

• The 14 Sajdahs are the verses marked with a Sajdah sign in most printed copies of the Quran, and this is the count used by most teachers and in most Mushafs.
• The 15th view counts Surah Al-Alaq (96), Verse 19 — “But prostrate and draw near [to Allah]” — as an additional Sajdah verse, in Juz 30. Some scholars include it, while others do not, because the verse’s wording is understood differently in the different schools of thought.

In practice, if you follow a Mushaf that marks 14 Sajdahs, perform those 14. If your teacher or your copy of the Quran marks Surah Al-Alaq 96:19 as well, include it too. The important thing is to know the verses and to prostrate with understanding, not to argue over the count.

What Is Sajdah Tilawat?

Sajdah Tilawat is the prostration made when a verse of Sajdah is recited or heard. The word “Tilawat” means recitation. Unlike the prostrations in prayer, Sajdah Tilawat is a single prostration on its own, made outside the structure of a rak’ah.

When you reach a Sajdah verse, you stop reciting, say “Allahu Akbar,” and prostrate once. In the prostration, you commonly recite سُبْحَانَ رَبِّيَ الْأَعْلَى — “Subhana Rabbiyal-A’la” — “Glory be to my Lord, the Most High,” which is the same tasbih recited in the prostration of prayer. You can also make dua in the prostration, asking Allah for His blessing and nearness.

How to Perform Sajdah Tilawat

1. Be in wudu: It is recommended to be in a state of wudu for Sajdah Tilawat.
2. Face the Qibla: Turn towards the Qibla.
3. Say “Allahu Akbar” and prostrate: Make one prostration, placing the forehead, nose, hands, knees, and toes on the ground.
4. Recite the tasbih: Say “Subhana Rabbiyal-A’la” three times, and make any dua you wish.
5. Rise: Sit up and continue your recitation from where you stopped. There is no tashahhud or salam after Sajdah Tilawat.

If you are praying and you recite a Sajdah verse, make the prostration within the prayer and then continue the prayer. If you are listening to a recitation, and you hear a Sajdah verse with the intention of listening, you also make the prostration.

Why Do We Prostrate at These Verses?

Each Sajdah verse describes beings prostrating to Allah, or commands the believer to prostrate. When the reader reaches the verse, they follow that example in action, not just in words. It is a physical response to the message of the verse and a moment of humility and closeness to Allah. For a full explanation of the meaning of Sajdah in the Quran, its virtues, the dua for Sajdah, and each Sajdah verse in Arabic and English, see our detailed guide Sajdah in Quran.

Frequently Asked Questions About How Many Sajda in Quran

How many Sajda are there in Quran?

There are 14 Sajdah verses in the Quran, marked in most copies of the Mushaf. Some scholars count 15, including Surah Al-Alaq 96:19.

Which Surah has the most Sajda?

Surah Al-Hajj (22) has the most Sajdahs, with two: verses 18 and 77.

What is the first Sajdah in the Quran?

The first Sajdah verse is in Surah Al-A’raf, 7:206, in Juz 9.

What is the last Sajdah in the Quran?

The last of the 14 Sajdah verses is in Surah Al-Inshiqaq, 84:21, in Juz 30. Counting the 15th view, the last is in Surah Al-Alaq, 96:19, also in Juz 30.

Do I have to do Sajdah if I hear a Sajdah verse?

If you hear a Sajdah verse while listening to a recitation with attention, you make the Sajdah as well. If the verse is playing in the background and you are not listening to it, you do not need a Sajdah. Scholars differ on whether Sajdah Tilawat is obligatory or recommended, so ask a qualified teacher if you are unsure.

What do I say in Sajdah Tilawat?

The common tasbih is “Subhana Rabbiyal-A’la” — “Glory be to my Lord, the Most High” — recited three times. You can add your own dua in the prostration.

Related Reading

For the full guide to Sajdah in the Quran, with each Sajdah verse in Arabic and English, its virtues, and its para-wise list, see Sajdah in Quran. To understand the Juz in which each Sajdah falls, see How Many Juz in Quran?

If someone asks you how many Sajda in Quran there are, the simple answer is 14, and the complete answer is 14 — or 15 if Surah Al-Alaq is counted. Knowing how many Sajda in Quran there are helps you prepare for each prostration as you read, rather than being surprised by the Sajdah mark in the Mushaf. You can read Surah Al-Alaq, including verse 19, at Quran.com, and then return to the list above to find all 14 Sajdah verses in order.