Edition 27 | The Daily Hoopoe

The Mirage of the Mortal World

Disbelief in the Hereafter makes worldly deeds appear attractive, leading to blind wandering.

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The Mirage of the Mortal World

Disbelief in the Hereafter makes worldly deeds appear attractive, leading to blind wandering.

As for those who do not believe in the Hereafter: We made their deeds appear good to them, so they wander aimlessly.

Surah 27, Ayah 4

Multi-Source Confirmation

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Indeed, for those who do not believe in the Hereafter, We have made pleasing to them their deeds, so they wander blindly.

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Those who believe not in the Hereafter, We have decked out fair for them their works, and they wander blindly;

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As for those who do not believe in the Hereafter, We have made their deeds seem attractive to them so they stumble around in perplexity.

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As to those who believe not in the Hereafter, We have made their deeds pleasing in their eyes; and so they wander about in distraction.

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Lo! as for those who believe not in the Hereafter, We have made their works fairseeming unto them so that they are all astray.

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The Living Gift of Divine Wisdom

You are receiving the Quran from an All-Wise, All-Knowing.

Surah 27, Ayah 6

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The Divine Voice: Recognizing Allah’s Supreme Might and Wisdom

O Moses, it is I, God, the Almighty, the Wise.

Surah 27, Ayah 9

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The King’s Prayer of Gratitude: A Daily Call to Sincere Thankfulness

He smiled and laughed at her words, and said, “My Lord, direct me to be thankful for the blessings you have bestowed...

Surah 27, Ayah 19

Imam al-Tabari Imam al-Tabari | Senior Correspondent & Bureau Historian

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Divine Address

10 communiques

The Gift of Insight: Lessons from David and Solomon

"And We gave David and Solomon knowledge. They said, “Praise God, who has favored us over many of His believing servants.”"

Surah 27, Ayah 15 In 27:15, Allah reminds us that the prophets David and Solomon were endowed with vast knowledge, yet they never claimed it as a personal triumph. Their response—'Praise is due to Allah, who has favore

The Ant's Whisper: A Lesson in Humble Awareness

"Until, when they came upon the Valley of Ants, an ant said, “O ants! Go into your nests, lest Solomon and his troops crush you without noticing.”"

Surah 27, Ayah 18 In Surah An‑Naml, the ant’s warning to its fellow insects serves as a profound reminder that Allah’s wisdom is present even in the tiniest creatures. The ant, a creature of humble stature, perceives t

Guarding Against the Mirage of Power

"An imp of the sprites said, “I will bring it to you before you rise from your seat. I am strong and reliable enough to do it.”"

Surah 27, Ayah 39 The verse recounts a jinn who, in the guise of a messenger, promised the Prophet a gift before he even rose from his bed. It is a clear illustration of the human tendency to be swayed by claims of pow

The Test of Gratitude: A Mirror for the Heart

"He who had knowledge from the Book said, “I will bring it to you before your glance returns to you.” And when he saw it settled before him, he said, “This is from the grace of my Lord, to test me, whether I am grateful or ungrateful. He who is grateful, his gratitude is to his own credit; but he who is ungrateful—my Lord is Independent and Generous.”"

Surah 27, Ayah 40 Solomon’s encounter with the Qur’an is a profound illustration of gratitude as a self‑beneficial act. Ibn Kathir notes that the verse reminds believers that gratitude serves the grateful’s own spiritu

The Queen's Question and Solomon's Humble Submission

"When she arrived, it was said, “Is your throne like this?” She said, “As if this is it.” “We were given knowledge before her, and we were submissive.”"

Surah 27, Ayah 42 In this verse, Solomon, the wisest of Allah’s prophets, meets the Queen of Sheba (Bilqis). Her question—"Is your throne like this?"—tests his humility. Solomon’s answer, "We were given knowledge befor

From Misconception to Submission: The Queen's Humble Revelation

"It was said to her, “Go inside the palace.” And when she saw it, she thought it was a deep pond, and she bared her legs. He said, “It is a palace paved with glass.” She said, “My Lord, I have done wrong to myself, and I have submitted with Solomon, to God, Lord of the Worlds.”"

Surah 27, Ayah 44 The verse of the Queen of Sheba (Al‑Mutawalli) is a profound reminder that worldly perception can be deceiving. Ibn Kathir explains that she mistook the palace’s glass floor for a body of water, a met

The Duality of the Thamud: A Call to Unity

"And We sent to Thamood their brother Saleh: “Worship God.” But they became two disputing factions."

Surah 27, Ayah 45 The story of Salih and the Thamud vividly shows how societies fracture when faith becomes a battlefield. Salih’s command—"Worship Allah"—was a call to collective devotion, not exclusivity. Scholars su

The Omen That Tests: Turning Accusations into Trials

"They said, “We consider you an ill omen, and those with you.” He said, “Your omen is with God. In fact, you are a people being tested.”"

Surah 27, Ayah 47 In this verse, the Prophet (peace be upon him) confronts a group that labels him a bad omen because of his monotheistic preaching. He reminds them that the true omen belongs to Allah, and their situat

The Self‑Benefactor: Reciting Qur’an for Personal Guidance

"And to recite the Quran.” Whoever is guided—is guided to his own advantage. And whoever goes astray, then say, “I am one of the warners.”"

Surah 27, Ayah 92 Guidance in the Qur’an is intrinsically personal. Ibn Kathir explains that the verse (27:92) reminds us that the benefit of recitation is for the individual who listens, not for the audience. The Qur’

The Mirror of Recognition

"And say, “Praise belongs to God; He will show you His signs, and you will recognize them. Your Lord is not heedless of what you do.”"

Surah 27, Ayah 93 In verse 27:93, Allah reminds us that He will reveal His signs to those who praise Him, and that He is ever‑aware of our deeds. The ‘signs’ (ʿāyāt) are manifold: the Qur’an, the natural world, inner i

Bediuzzaman Said Nursi Bediuzzaman Said Nursi | Unseen Bureau Correspondent

Character Dossier

18 characters in this edition

Allah

spiritual entity

53 mentions this sura

4187 total mentions

Dominant: Transcendence

esteem

1.2

safety

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1.0

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And We gave David and Solomon knowledge. They said, “Praise God, who has favored us over many of His believing servants.”

Surah 27, Ayah 15

He who had knowledge from the Book said, “I will bring it to you before your glance returns to you.” And when he saw it settled before him, he said, “This is from the grace of my Lord, to test me, whether I am grateful or ungrateful. He who is grateful, his gratitude is to his own credit; but he who is ungrateful—my Lord is Independent and Generous.”

Surah 27, Ayah 40

When she arrived, it was said, “Is your throne like this?” She said, “As if this is it.” “We were given knowledge before her, and we were submissive.”

Surah 27, Ayah 42

Allah Dawud divine_appointment

Allah Salih messenger

Allah People of Lut punisher-punished

Allah Lut savior-saved

Allah Sulayman divine_favor

Allah Queen of Sheba (Bilqis) full_submission

Sulayman

prophet · named

22 mentions this sura

44 total mentions

Dominant: Safety

esteem

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transcendence

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belonging love

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self actualization

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Sulayman Allah divine_favor

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Queen of Sheba (Bilqis)

historical figure

17 mentions this sura

17 total mentions

Dominant: Safety

safety

belonging love

Queen of Sheba (Bilqis) Iblis deception

Queen of Sheba (Bilqis) Sulayman joint_submission_to_God

Queen of Sheba (Bilqis) Allah full_submission

Sayyid Qutb Sayyid Qutb | Literary & Scene Correspondent

Witness Testimony

Allah

Sulaiman

thou

the Hoopoe

a messenger

his people

Musa

those who receive no guidance

The Consequence Column

Queen of Sheba (Bilqis)

deception

Iblis

27:24

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Faction Map

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Queen of Sheba (Bilqis) (17)

Disbelievers (13)

Muhammad (13)

People of Thamud (8)

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Musa (6)

Mankind (4)

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Salih (4)

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Full Chapter Audio

93 verse segments

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Verse Segments

Surah 27, Ayah 1 Narrator

Ta, Seen. These are the Signs of the Quran—a book that makes things clear.

Surah 27, Ayah 2 Narrator

Guidance and good news for the believers.

Surah 27, Ayah 3 Narrator

Those who observe the prayers, and give charity regularly, and are certain of the Hereafter.

Surah 27, Ayah 4 Narrator

As for those who do not believe in the Hereafter: We made their deeds appear good to them, so they w

Surah 27, Ayah 5 Narrator

It is they who will receive the grievous punishment—and in the Hereafter they will be the greatest l

Surah 27, Ayah 6 Narrator

You are receiving the Quran from an All-Wise, All-Knowing.

Surah 27, Ayah 7 Musa

When Moses said to his family, “I have glimpsed a fire. I will bring you some news from it; or bring

Surah 27, Ayah 8 Narrator

Then, when he reached it, he was called: “Blessed is He who is within the fire, and He who is around

Surah 27, Ayah 9 thou

O Moses, it is I, God, the Almighty, the Wise.

Surah 27, Ayah 10 thou

Throw down your staff.” But when he saw it quivering, as though it were a demon, he turned around no

Sayyid Qutb Sayyid Qutb | Literary & Scene Correspondent

Editorial

Word of the Edition

Faith

Appears 81 times · 16.3% of themes

Faith

Creation

Knowledge

Prophets

Guidance

Worship

Community

Unity

Surah 27, Ayah 1 Unveiling the Clear Book: Embracing... Surah 27, Ayah 2 The Light of Clear Guidance:... Surah 27, Ayah 3 Anchors of Faith: Prayer, Charity,...

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Cross-Edition References

1, Ayah 6 -- Unveiling the Clear Book: Embracing Qur'anic Clarity 33x cited

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Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 7 -- Unveiling the Clear Book: Embracing Qur'anic Clarity 33x cited

2, Ayah 8 -- Unveiling the Clear Book: Embracing Qur'anic Clarity 33x cited

Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 1 -- The Mirage of the Mortal World 27x cited

Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 2 -- The Mirage of the Mortal World 27x cited

Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 3 -- The Mirage of the Mortal World 27x cited

Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 4 -- The Mirage of the Mortal World 27x cited

Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 65 -- From Pride to Devotion: Embracing Humble Submission 7x cited

Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 76 -- From Pride to Devotion: Embracing Humble Submission 7x cited

Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 87 -- From Pride to Devotion: Embracing Humble Submission 7x cited

Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 104 -- From Pride to Devotion: Embracing Humble Submission 7x cited

Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 3 -- The Path of Redemption: From Wrong to Good 4x cited

Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 11 -- The Path of Redemption: From Wrong to Good 4x cited

Surah Sura, Ayah 2 -- The Path of Redemption: From Wrong to Good 4x cited

Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 44 -- The Path of Redemption: From Wrong to Good 4x cited

Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 236 -- The Torch of Insight: Illuminating Decisions with Divine Light 3x cited

Edition 4 Surah 4, Ayah 8 -- The Torch of Insight: Illuminating Decisions with Divine Light 3x cited

Edition 5 Surah 5, Ayah 22 -- The Torch of Insight: Illuminating Decisions with Divine Light 3x cited

Edition 5 Surah 5, Ayah 24 -- The Torch of Insight: Illuminating Decisions with Divine Light 3x cited

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Reader Action

Supplications

The Mirage of the Mortal World

O Allah, open my heart to see beyond the fleeting delights of this world. Guide my deeds to please You and benefit the Hereafter, so I may not wander blindly.

Surah 27, Ayah 4

The Living Gift of Divine Wisdom

O Allah, whose knowledge is boundless and wisdom infinite, open my heart to Your words. May every action I take reflect Your guidance and may I always seek Your wisdom in all matters. Strengthen my reliance on Your revelation, so that I live in accordance with Your divine plan.

Surah 27, Ayah 6

The Divine Voice: Recognizing Allah’s Supreme Might and Wisdom

O Allah, You are the Exalted in Might and the Wise. Grant me humility to trust in Your power, insight to seek Your guidance in every difficulty, and courage to act upon the wisdom You bestow. Accept my supplications, O Lord.

Surah 27, Ayah 9

Daily Actions

The Mirage of the Mortal World
Before any act today, ask: Is this deed meant to please the Hereafter or merely my senses? If it only pleases the senses, redirect it toward eternal benefit.

Surah 27, Ayah 4

The Living Gift of Divine Wisdom
Before you begin any task today, pause and affirm that the Qur’an is a revelation from Allah, the Wise and Knowing. Seek His guidance in every decision and action, treating the Qur’an as a living compass rather than a mere book.

Surah 27, Ayah 6

The Divine Voice: Recognizing Allah’s Supreme Might and Wisdom
When a problem feels impossible, pause, say ‘Allahu Akbar’, and trust in Allah’s might and wisdom to guide you.

Surah 27, Ayah 9

Reflect

The Mirage of the Mortal World -- When did I allow a worldly pleasure to mislead my intention today? How did recognizing its sensory nature change my perspective?

The Living Gift of Divine Wisdom -- When have I treated the Qur’an as a static text instead of a dynamic source of guidance from the All-Wise? How has that mindset affected my choices today?

The Divine Voice: Recognizing Allah’s Supreme Might and Wisdom -- When I feel powerless, do I truly acknowledge that only Allah’s might can overcome the obstacle, or do I rely on my own strength? How does recognizing Allah’s wisdom alter my problem‑solving approach?

Weekly Challenge

Weekly Challenge – The Sensory‑to‑Eternal Tracker: Day 1–7: Each evening, jot down one worldly pleasure you enjoyed (e.g., a snack, a social media scroll, a new purchase). Step 1: Note whether the pleasure was purely sensory or if it had any spiritual benefit (e.g., a prayer, charity, learning). Step 2: At the end of the week, tally how many were purely sensory. Step 3: Choose at least three of those sensory pleasures and plan a replacement act that serves the Hereafter (e.g., donate the money, replace snack time with a brief dua, or turn a scrolling session into reading a Qur’anic verse). Outcome: By the end of the week, you will have a clear map of where your senses mislead you and concrete intentions to redirect those moments toward eternal benefit.

Surah 27, Ayah 4

When you finish a task, pause, breathe, and silently say: "Alhamdulillah for this deed; may it benefit my soul and not just my senses." Surah 27, Ayah 4

Stand, close your eyes, and take three deep breaths. Recite: “Ya Allah, I receive Your words from Your wisdom. Grant me understanding and humility.” Then write down one decision you need to make today and ask Allah to guide you using the Qur’anic wisdom. Take a moment to feel the weight of divine guidance before proceeding. Surah 27, Ayah 6

Imam al-Ghazali Imam al-Ghazali | Editor-in-Chief

The Revelation Transcript

93 verses

Ta, Seen. These are the Signs of the Quran—a book that makes things clear.

Guidance and good news for the believers.

Those who observe the prayers, and give charity regularly, and are certain of the Hereafter.

As for those who do not believe in the Hereafter: We made their deeds appear good to them, so they wander aimlessly.

It is they who will receive the grievous punishment—and in the Hereafter they will be the greatest losers.

You are receiving the Quran from an All-Wise, All-Knowing.

Musa

When Moses said to his family, “I have glimpsed a fire. I will bring you some news from it; or bring you a firebrand, that you may warm yourselves.”

Then, when he reached it, he was called: “Blessed is He who is within the fire, and He who is around it, and glorified be God, Lord of the Worlds.

thou

O Moses, it is I, God, the Almighty, the Wise.

thou

Throw down your staff.” But when he saw it quivering, as though it were a demon, he turned around not looking back. “O Moses, do not fear; the messengers do not fear in My presence.

thou

But whoever has done wrong, and then substituted goodness in place of evil. I am Forgiving and Merciful.

his people

Put your hand inside your pocket, and it will come out white, without blemish—among nine miracles to Pharaoh and his people, for they are immoral people.”

his people

Yet when Our enlightening signs came to them, they said, “This is obvious witchcraft.”

And they rejected them, although their souls were certain of them, out of wickedness and pride. So see how the outcome was for the mischief-makers.

Allah

And We gave David and Solomon knowledge. They said, “Praise God, who has favored us over many of His believing servants.”

Narrator

And Solomon succeeded David. He said, “O people, we were taught the language of birds, and we were given from everything. This is indeed a real blessing.”

To the service of Solomon were mobilized his troops of sprites, and men, and birds—all held in strict order.

Allah

Until, when they came upon the Valley of Ants, an ant said, “O ants! Go into your nests, lest Solomon and his troops crush you without noticing.”

the Hoopoe

He smiled and laughed at her words, and said, “My Lord, direct me to be thankful for the blessings you have bestowed upon me and upon my parents, and to do good works that please You. And admit me, by Your grace, into the company of Your virtuous servants.”

Then he inspected the birds, and said, “Why do I not see the hoopoe? Or is he among the absentees?

the Hoopoe

I will punish him most severely, or slay him, unless he gives me a valid excuse.”

the Hoopoe

But he did not stay for long. He said, “I have learnt something you did not know. I have come to you from Sheba, with reliable information.

I found a woman ruling over them, and she was given of everything, and she has a magnificent throne.

Narrator

I found her and her people worshiping the sun, instead of God. Satan made their conduct appear good to them, and diverted them from the path, so they are not guided.

If only they would worship God, who brings to light the mysteries of the heavens and the earth, and knows what you conceal and what you reveal.

Sulaiman

God—There is no god but He, the Lord of the Sublime Throne.”

Sulaiman

He said, “We will see, whether you have spoken the truth, or whether you are a liar.

Go with this letter of mine, and deliver it to them; then withdraw from them, and see how they respond.”

She said, “O Counselors, a gracious letter was delivered to me.

It is from Solomon, and it is, ‘In the Name of God, the Gracious, the Merciful.

Do not defy me, and come to me submissively.’”

Narrator

She said, “O counselors, advise me in this matter of mine. I never make a decision unless you are present.”

Narrator

They said, “We are a people of might and great courage, but the decision is yours, so consider what you wish to command.”

She said, “When kings enter a city, they devastate it, and subjugate its dignified people. Thus they always do.

Sulaiman

I am sending them a gift, and will see what the envoys bring back.”

Sulaiman

When he came to Solomon, he said, “Are you supplying me with money? What God has given me is better than what He has given you. It is you who delight in your gift.

Go back to them. We will come upon them with troops they cannot resist; and we will expel them from there, disgraced and humiliated.”

He said, “O notables, which one of you will bring me her throne before they come to me in submission?”

Allah

An imp of the sprites said, “I will bring it to you before you rise from your seat. I am strong and reliable enough to do it.”

Allah

those who receive no guidance

He said, “Disguise her throne for her, and we shall see whether she will be guided, or remains one of the misguided.”

Allah

When she arrived, it was said, “Is your throne like this?” She said, “As if this is it.” “We were given knowledge before her, and we were submissive.”

But she was prevented by what she worshiped besides God; she belonged to a disbelieving people.

Allah

It was said to her, “Go inside the palace.” And when she saw it, she thought it was a deep pond, and she bared her legs. He said, “It is a palace paved with glass.” She said, “My Lord, I have done wrong to myself, and I have submitted with Solomon, to God, Lord of the Worlds.”

Allah

And We sent to Thamood their brother Saleh: “Worship God.” But they became two disputing factions.

He said, “O my people, why are you quick to do evil rather than good? If only you would seek God’s forgiveness, so that you may be shown mercy.”

Allah

They said, “We consider you an ill omen, and those with you.” He said, “Your omen is with God. In fact, you are a people being tested.”

In the city was a gang of nine who made mischief in the land and did no good.

They said, “Swear by God to one another that we will attack him and his family by night, and then tell his guardian, 'We did not witness the murder of his family, and we are being truthful.'“

They planned a plan, and We planned a plan, but they did not notice.

So note the outcome of their planning; We destroyed them and their people, altogether.

Here are their homes, in ruins, on account of their iniquities. Surely in this is a sign for people who know.

And We saved those who believed and were pious.

a messenger

And Lot, when he said to his people, “Do you commit lewdness with open eyes?

Do you lust after men instead of women? You are truly ignorant people.”

a messenger

But the only response of his people was to say, “Expel the family of Lot from your town. They are purist people.”

So We saved him and his family, except for his wife, whom We destined to be among the laggards.

And We rained upon them a rain. Miserable was the rain of those forewarned.

Say, “Praise God, and peace be upon His servants whom He has selected. Is God better, or what they associate?”

Or, who created the heavens and the earth, and rains down water from the sky for you? With it We produce gardens full of beauty, whose trees you could not have produced. Is there another god with God? But they are a people who equate.

Or, who made the earth habitable, and made rivers flow through it, and set mountains on it, and placed a partition between the two seas? Is there another god with God? But most of them do not know.

Or, who answers the one in need when he prays to Him, and relieves adversity, and makes you successors on earth? Is there another god with God? How hardly you pay attention.

Or, who guides you through the darkness of land and sea, and who sends the winds as heralds of His mercy? Is there another god with God? Most exalted is God, above what they associate.

a messenger

Or, who originates the creation and then repeats it, and who gives you livelihood from the sky and the earth? Is there another god with God? Say, “Produce your evidence, if you are truthful.”

Say, “No one in the heavens or on earth knows the future except God; and they do not perceive when they will be resurrected.”

In fact, their knowledge of the Hereafter is confused. In fact, they are in doubt about it. In fact, they are blind to it.

Those who disbelieve say, “When we have become dust, and our ancestors, shall we be brought out?

Unknown

We were promised that before, we and our ancestors—these are nothing but legends of the ancients.”

Unknown

Say, travel through the earth, and observe the fate of the guilty.”

But do not grieve over them, and do not be troubled by what they plot.

Unknown

And they say, “When is this promise, if you are truthful?”

Unknown

Say, “Perhaps some of what you are impatient for has drawn near.”

Your Lord is gracious towards humanity, but most of them are not thankful.

And your Lord knows what their hearts conceal, and what they reveal.

There is no mystery in the heaven and the earth, but it is in a Clear Book.

This Quran relates to the Children of Israel most of what they differ about.

And it is guidance and mercy for the believers.

Your Lord will judge between them by His wisdom. He is the Almighty, the All-Knowing.

So rely on God. You are upon the clear truth.

You cannot make the dead hear, nor can you make the deaf hear the call if they turn their backs and flee.

Nor can you guide the blind out of their straying. You can make no one listen, except those who believe in Our verses; for they are Muslims.

And when the Word has fallen on them, We will bring out for them from the earth a creature which will say to them that the people are uncertain of Our revelations.

On the Day when We gather from every community a group of those who rejected Our revelations; and they will be restrained.

Narrator

Until, when they arrive, He will say, “Did you reject My revelations without comprehending them? Or what is it you were doing?”

The Word will come down upon them for their wrongdoing, and they will not speak.

Do they not see that We made the night for them to rest therein, and the day for visibility? Surely in that are signs for people who believe.

On the Day when the Trumpet is blown, everyone in the heavens and the earth will be horrified, except whomever God wills; and everyone will come before Him in humility.

And you see the mountains, and imagine them fixed, yet they pass, as the passing of the clouds—the making of God, who has perfected everything. He is fully Informed of what you do.

Whoever brings a virtue will receive better than it—and they will be safe from the horrors of that Day.

Narrator

But whoever brings evil—their faces will be tumbled into the Fire. Will you be rewarded except for what you used to do?

“I was commanded to worship the Lord of this town, who has sanctified it, and to Whom everything belongs; and I was commanded to be of those who submit.

Allah

And to recite the Quran.” Whoever is guided—is guided to his own advantage. And whoever goes astray, then say, “I am one of the warners.”

Allah

And say, “Praise belongs to God; He will show you His signs, and you will recognize them. Your Lord is not heedless of what you do.”

Imam al-Tabari Imam al-Tabari | Senior Correspondent & Bureau Historian