Juz 1: Alif Lam Mim
Part 1 of 30 of the Quran · Surah Al-Fatiha 1:1 – Surah Al-Baqara 2:141
The Quran is divided into 30 parts of equal length (juz, plural ajza) so that it can be read in full in a month, for example. Juz 1 is traditionally known as "Alif Lam Mim" and has 148 verses.
- Juz
- 1
- Starts
- 1:1
- Ends
- 2:141
- Verses
- 148
- Surahs
- 2
The first verse of Juz 1
بِسۡمِ ٱللَّهِ ٱلرَّحۡمَٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ ﴿١﴾
Bismi Allahi alrrahmani alrraheemi
In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful
Surahs in Juz 1
- Surah Al-Fatiha (1) – complete, 7 verses
- Surah Al-Baqara (2) – verses 1–141
It includes: Surah Al-Fatiha.
One juz a day in Ramadan 2027
If you read one juz each day in Ramadan, Juz 1 falls on the 1st of Ramadan, expected on Monday 8 February 2027. The khatma plan in the Hadaff app reminds you of your daily portion.
Frequently asked questions
Where does Juz 1 start?
Juz 1 (Alif Lam Mim) starts at Surah Al-Fatiha 1:1 and ends at Surah Al-Baqara 2:141.
How many verses are in Juz 1?
Juz 1 has 148 verses from 2 surahs.
Which surahs are in Juz 1?
Al-Fatiha (complete), Al-Baqara (1–141).