Last 2 Ayat of Surah Baqarah: Arabic, Meaning, and Virtue (Amanar-Rasul)
Quick answer: The last two verses of Surah Al-Baqarah are 2:285 and 2:286, known as “Amanar-Rasul” after their opening words. The Prophet ﷺ said that whoever recites them at night, they will suffice him (Bukhari and Muslim). Many Muslims recite them every night before sleeping. The Arabic, transliteration and meaning are below.
What Are the Last 2 Ayat of Surah Baqarah?
Surah Al-Baqarah is the longest surah in the Quran, and it ends with two verses that sum up what a believer believes and what a believer asks for. They are called Amanar-Rasul (آمَنَ الرَّسُولُ). Searches for this passage appear as surah baqarah last 2 ayat, last two ayat of Surah Baqarah, and surah baqarah last ayat. All point to the same two verses.
Arabic Text, Transliteration, and Meaning
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
Transliteration: Amanar-rasulu bima unzila ilayhi min rabbihi wal-mu’minun. Kullun amana billahi wa mala’ikatihi wa kutubihi wa rusulih, la nufarriqu bayna ahadin min rusulih. Wa qalu sami’na wa ata’na, ghufranaka rabbana wa ilaykal-masir.
Meaning: The Messenger believes in what was sent down to him from his Lord, and so do the believers. Each one believes in Allah, His angels, His books, and His messengers, making no distinction between any of His messengers. They say: “We hear and we obey. Grant us Your forgiveness, our Lord, and to You is the final return.”
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
Transliteration: La yukallifullahu nafsan illa wus’aha, laha ma kasabat wa ‘alayha maktasabat. Rabbana la tu’akhidhna in nasina aw akhta’na. Rabbana wa la tahmil ‘alayna isran kama hamaltahu ‘alal-ladhina min qablina. Rabbana wa la tuhammilna ma la taqata lana bih, wa’fu ‘anna waghfir lana warhamna, anta mawlana fansurna ‘alal-qawmil-kafirin.
Meaning: Allah does not burden a soul beyond what it can bear. It earns the good it does and bears the consequences of the wrong it does. Our Lord, do not hold us accountable if we forget or make a mistake. Our Lord, do not place on us a burden like the one You placed on those before us. Our Lord, do not make us carry what we have no strength for. Pardon us, forgive us, and have mercy on us. You are our Protector, so help us against those who reject faith.
Virtue of the Last 2 Ayat of Surah Baqarah
Several authentic narrations speak about these verses.
- They suffice the reciter at night. The Prophet ﷺ said that whoever recites the last two verses of Surah Al-Baqarah at night, they will be enough for him. This is in Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim. Scholars have explained “enough” in different ways, including that it covers the night prayer in some measure, and that it protects the reciter from harm.
- They are a gift from beneath the Throne. A narration in Sahih Muslim reports that the Prophet ﷺ was given two lights no earlier prophet received: Surah Al-Fatiha and the closing verses of Surah Al-Baqarah.
- They are connected to protection. Another narration, reported in at-Tirmidhi, says Shaytan does not come near a house where they are recited for three nights. Its chain is graded differently by scholars, so rely on the Bukhari and Muslim narrations as the core evidence.
For other protection duas, see Ayat-ul-Kursi, which is the verse immediately before these two in the same surah, and our collection of hifazat ki dua.
What These Two Verses Teach
- The six articles of faith, in brief. The first verse names belief in Allah, the angels, the books, and the messengers. Read more on angels in Islam and the books of Allah.
- Hear and obey. “Sami’na wa ata’na” is the believer’s response to guidance.
- Allah is merciful in what He asks. No one is given a duty beyond their capacity.
- It teaches the duas themselves. The second verse is a complete set of supplications, covering forgetfulness, mistakes, heavy burdens, pardon, forgiveness and mercy. The importance of istighfar is clear here.
When and How to Recite Them
- Recite them at night, ideally before sleeping, as in the hadith.
- Read the Arabic with the translation so you understand what you are asking for.
- Make your own dua afterward, following the etiquette in how to make dua.
Many people also recite them after each prayer or in the morning. That is permitted as a good habit, but the specific hadith evidence is for the night.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the last two verses of Surah Baqarah?
They are verses 285 and 286, which begin with “Amanar-Rasul”.
What is the benefit of reciting them at night?
The Prophet ﷺ said they will suffice the person who recites them at night. Scholars understand this as including protection and a share of the reward of night worship.
Do I need to recite both verses together?
Yes, the narrations speak of the two verses together.
Is it only for the night?
The hadith evidence is specific to the night. Reciting them at other times is fine as a general virtue, but do not claim a special ruling for those times.
Are these the same as Ayat-ul-Kursi?
No. Ayat-ul-Kursi is verse 255 of the same surah. The last two verses are 285 and 286.
Conclusion
These two verses take a minute to recite and carry a lifetime of meaning. Learn them, keep them with you before sleep, and let the second verse become your daily dua.
Related reading: Ayat-ul-Kursi, Surah Al-Fatiha, Surah Al-Mulk. You can also browse upcoming Islamic gatherings near you.