Quranic Calligraphy Wall Art: Popular Surahs and Verses
Quick answer: the most popular Quranic calligraphy for the home is Surah Al-Fatiha, Ayat al-Kursi, and the short surahs Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq and An-Nas. Each is short enough to read as artwork, and familiar enough to carry real meaning.
Surah Al-Fatiha
The opening chapter of the Quran, recited in every unit of the prayer. It is a gentle, universal choice for the living room or the prayer corner.
Ayat al-Kursi
Verse 255 of Surah Al-Baqarah, on the greatness and care of Allah. It is often chosen for the entrance or the living room. See our guide to Ayat al-Kursi.
Surah Al-Ikhlas
A short surah on the oneness of Allah. Its brevity makes a clean, striking composition.
Surah Al-Falaq and Surah An-Nas
The last two chapters of the Quran, in which the reader seeks refuge in Allah. Together with Al-Ikhlas they are often called the three Quls, and are widely recited in daily remembrance.
Choosing Islamic artwork with verses
- Legibility. Choose calligraphy that is clear enough to read, in a size suited to the wall.
- Style. Traditional scripts or modern, minimal Arabic can both be beautiful. Choose what suits the room.
- Placement. Choose a respectful, visible wall. Scholars differ on some details of displaying verses, so ask a scholar you trust if you have a question. See our placement guide.
Verses written as fine art
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