Which Surah of the Quran does not begin with 'Bismillah'?
A
Surah Al-Naml
B
Surah Al-Tawbah
C
Surah Al-Anfal
D
Surah Al-Nahl
Correct Answer: Option B — Surah Al-Tawbah
Explanation:
Surah Al-Tawbah also known as Surah Bara'at is the only Surah in the Quran that does not begin with Bismillah ir-Rahman ir-Rahim. Classical ...
Surah Al-Tawbah also known as Surah Bara'at is the only Surah in the Quran that does not begin with Bismillah ir-Rahman ir-Rahim. Classical scholars explain this is because it was revealed as a declaration of war against polytheists and its stern opening tone made Bismillah inappropriate according to the companions.