The Makkan Surah invite the people by addressing them “O people” given that majority of the audience had not embraced Islam.
(ii) Makkan Surah were mostly short and concise; they were easy to remember and meant to attract the attentions of the listeners to the message of Islam.
(iii) Makkan Surah are centered on fundamental doctrines of Tawhid (oneness of God), the day of judgement, reward and punishment.
(iv) Allah uses harsh and strong language to convey the message of the stubborn Quraish.
(V) Verses of the Quran in Makkan Surah are often repetitive.
(Vi) Makkan chapters are full of warnings.
(Vii) Stories or narratives of previous prophets and their communities are discussed in Makkan Surah.
(Viii) Description of hell ?re and severe punishments are common in Makkan Surah Muslims are often urged to be patient in the face of opposition against their faith.
(iX) Those who accept the call are promised great rewards by Allah.
(X) Rhyme-Prose is more common in Makkan Surah. Such a technique had a lasting impact on the targeted audience some of whom converted to Islam from hearing it. (Umar’s conversion after listening to Surah Twaha).
(Xi) Makkah Surahs emphasize on tawhid.
(xii) Denounce idol worship.
(xiv)Malckah Surah require performance of Sijdaful tilawa.
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