Edition 37 of 114 Meccan Bureau 182 Verses

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Revelation. Reported. Truth.
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As-Saffat — As-Saffat
Force: Moderate Tone: Gentle Directness: Clear Urgency: Timeless Mood: MODERATE force, GENTLE tone, CLEAR address, TIMELESS tempo

The Singular Reality: Anchoring Life in Tawhid

Affirmation of the absolute unity of Allah, establishing the foundational belief of Tawheed.


The Singular Reality: Anchoring Life in Tawhid

Affirmation of the absolute unity of Allah, establishing the foundational belief of Tawheed.
Your God is indeed One.
37:4
Multiple Correspondents Corroborate
en.sahih Indeed, your God is One,
en.arberry surely your God is One,
en.maududi surely your God is One,
en.yusufali Verily, verily, your Allah is one!-
en.pickthall Lo! thy Lord is surely One;
highest Priority

The Sovereign of Horizons: Recognizing Allah as Lord of the Heavens, Earth, and Dawn
Lord of the heavens and the earth, and everything between them; and Lord of the Easts.
37:5
The Echo of Regret: Recognizing the Day of Recompense
They will say, “Woe to us. This is the Day of Judgment.”
37:20
Facing the Reality: The Day of Judgment
“This is the Day of Separation which you used to deny.
37:21

The Singular Reality: Anchoring Life in Tawhid

Affirmation of the absolute unity of Allah, establishing the foundational belief of Tawheed.
Your God is indeed One.
37:4
Multiple Correspondents Corroborate
en.sahihIndeed, your God is One,
en.arberrysurely your God is One,
en.maududisurely your God is One,
en.yusufaliVerily, verily, your Allah is one!-
en.pickthallLo! thy Lord is surely One;

The Sovereign of Horizons: Recognizing Allah as Lord of the Heavens, Earth, and Dawn
Lord of the heavens and the earth, and everything between them; and Lord of the Easts.
37:5
The Echo of Regret: Recognizing the Day of Recompense
They will say, “Woe to us. This is the Day of Judgment.”
37:20
Facing the Reality: The Day of Judgment
“This is the Day of Separation which you used to deny.
37:21
The Silent Ledger: Embracing the Angels' Vigil
Angels
37:1
By the aligners aligning.
37:2
And the drivers driving.
37:3
And the reciters of the Reminder.
Shielding the Heart: Daily Invocation Against the Rebellious Devil
AngelsBelieversDisbelieversJinnMankindMessengersMuhammad
37:7
And guarded it against every defiant devil.
37:8
They cannot eavesdrop on the Supernal Elite, for they get bombarded from every side.
37:9
Repelled—they will have a lingering torment.
37:10
Except for him who snatches a fragment—he gets pursued by a piercing projectile.
37:11
Inquire of them, “Are they more difficult to create, or the others We created?” We created them from sticky clay.
37:12
But you wonder, and they ridicule.
37:13
And when reminded, they pay no attention.
37:14
And when they see a sign, they ridicule.
37:15 Them
And they say, “This is nothing but plain magic.
37:16
When we have died and become dust and bones, shall we be resurrected?
37:17 thou
And our ancestors of old?”
37:18 thou
Say, “Yes indeed, and you will be totally subdued.”
37:19
It will be a single nudge, and they will be staring.
37:20 Them
They will say, “Woe to us. This is the Day of Judgment.”
37:21 Them
“This is the Day of Separation which you used to deny.
37:22 Them
Gather those who did wrong, and their mates, and what they used to worship.
37:23
Besides God, and lead them to the way to Hell.
37:24 Them
And stop them. They are to be questioned.”
37:25 Them
What is the matter with you? Why do you not help one another?
37:26
In fact, on that Day, they will be submissive.
37:27
They will come to one another, questioning one another.
37:28 ye
They will say, “You used to come at us from the right.”
37:29
They will say, “You yourselves were not believers.
37:30 ye
We had no authority over you. You yourselves were rebellious people.
37:31
The Word of our Lord has been realized against us. We are tasting it.
37:32 Narrator
We seduced you. We were seducers.”
37:33
On that Day, they will share in the punishment.
37:34
Thus We deal with the sinners.
37:35
When it was said to them, “There is no god except God,” they grew arrogant.
37:36 Narrator
And said, “Are we to abandon our gods for a mad poet?”
37:37
In fact, he came with the truth, and he confirmed the messengers.
37:38
Most assuredly, you will taste the painful punishment.
37:39
And you will be repaid only for what you used to do.
37:40
Except for God’s sincere servants.
37:41
For them is a known provision.
37:42
Fruits; and they will be honored.
37:43
In the Gardens of Bliss.
37:44
On furnishings, facing one another.
37:45
They will be offered a cup of pure drink.
37:46
White; a delight to those who drink.
37:47
Never polluted, and never intoxicating.
37:48
With them will be bashful women with lovely eyes.
And they say, “This is nothing but plain magic.
— Them 37:15
And our ancestors of old?”
— thou 37:17
Say, “Yes indeed, and you will be totally subdued.”
— thou 37:18
They will say, “Woe to us. This is the Day of Judgment.”
— Them 37:20
“This is the Day of Separation which you used to deny.
— Them 37:21
Gather those who did wrong, and their mates, and what they used to worship.
— Them 37:22
And stop them. They are to be questioned.”
— Them 37:24
What is the matter with you? Why do you not help one another?
— Them 37:25
They will say, “You used to come at us from the right.”
— ye 37:28
We had no authority over you. You yourselves were rebellious people.
— ye 37:30
We seduced you. We were seducers.”
— Narrator 37:32
And said, “Are we to abandon our gods for a mad poet?”
— Narrator 37:36
The Divine Dialogue of the Hereafter
BelieversDisbelievers
37:50
Then they will approach one another, questioning.
37:51 Narrator
One of them will say, “I used to have a friend.
37:52
Who used to say, “Are you of those who believe?
37:53 ye
That after we die and become dust and bones, we will be called to account?”
37:54 ye
He will say, “Will you have a look?”
37:55
He will look, and will see him in the pit of Hell.
37:56 ye
He will say, “By God, you almost ruined me.
One of them will say, “I used to have a friend.
— Narrator 37:51
That after we die and become dust and bones, we will be called to account?”
— ye 37:53
He will say, “Will you have a look?”
— ye 37:54
He will say, “By God, you almost ruined me.
— ye 37:56
The Unavoidable Countdown: Living with Death in Mind
37:58 ye
“We will not die.
37:59 ye
Except for our first death, and we will not be punished.”
“We will not die.
— ye 37:58
Except for our first death, and we will not be punished.”
— ye 37:59
When Fruits Mimic Temptation: Guarding the Heart from Deception
DisbelieversIblis
37:65
Its fruits are like the devils’ heads.
37:66
They will eat from it, and fill their bellies with it.
37:67
Then, on top of it, they will have a brew of boiling liquid.
37:68
Then their return will be to the Blaze.
37:69
They had found their parents astray.
37:70
And rushed along in their footsteps.
The Illusion of Self‑Chosen Service
BelieversNuhPeople of Nuh
37:74
Except for the sincere servants of God.
37:75
And Noah called out to Us, and We are the Best of responders.
37:76
And We saved him and his family from the great calamity.
37:77
And We made his descendants the survivors.
37:78
And We left mention of him among those who succeeded.
37:79 ye
Peace be upon Noah among all people.
Peace be upon Noah among all people.
— ye 37:79
Echoes of a Believer: Emulating the Prophet’s Devotion
AzarIbrahimIbrahim's peopleIsmailNuhPeople of Nuh
37:81
He was one of Our believing servants.
37:82
Then We drowned the others.
37:83
Of his kind was Abraham.
37:84
When he came to his Lord with a sound heart.
37:85
He said to his father and his people, “What are you worshiping?
37:86 Allah
Is it falsified gods, instead of God, that you want?
37:87 Narrator
So what is your opinion about the Lord of the Worlds?”
37:88
Then he took a glance at the stars.
37:89 Allah
And said, “I am sick.”
37:90
But they turned their backs on him, and went away.
37:91
Then he turned to their gods, and said, “will you not eat?
37:92 Allah
What is it with you, that you do not speak?”
37:93
Then he turned on them, striking with his right hand.
37:94
And they came running towards him.
37:95 Allah
He said, “Do you worship what you carve?
37:96 Allah
When God created you, and what you manufacture?”
37:97 Allah
They said, “Build a pyre for him, and throw him into the furnace.”
37:98
They wished him ill, but We made them the losers.
37:99
He said, “I am going towards my Lord, and He will guide me.”
37:100 Narrator
“My Lord, give me one of the righteous.”
37:101
So We gave him good news of a clement boy.
37:102 Allah
Then, when he was old enough to accompany him, he said, “O My son, I see in a dream that I am sacrificing you; see what you think.” He said, “O my Father, do as you are commanded; you will find me, God willing, one of the steadfast.”
37:103
Then, when they had submitted, and he put his forehead down.
37:104 Us
We called out to him, “O Abraham!
37:105 Us
You have fulfilled the vision.” Thus We reward the doers of good.
Is it falsified gods, instead of God, that you want?
— Allah 37:86
So what is your opinion about the Lord of the Worlds?”
— Narrator 37:87
And said, “I am sick.”
— Allah 37:89
What is it with you, that you do not speak?”
— Allah 37:92
He said, “Do you worship what you carve?
— Allah 37:95
When God created you, and what you manufacture?”
— Allah 37:96
They said, “Build a pyre for him, and throw him into the furnace.”
— Allah 37:97
“My Lord, give me one of the righteous.”
— Narrator 37:100
Then, when he was old enough to accompany him, he said, “O My son, I see in a dream that I am sacrificing you; see what you think.” He said, “O my Father, do as you are commanded; you will find me, God willing, one of the steadfast.”
— Allah 37:102
We called out to him, “O Abraham!
— Us 37:104
You have fulfilled the vision.” Thus We reward the doers of good.
— Us 37:105
The Price of Freedom: Lessons from Pharaoh's Ransom
IbrahimIsmail
37:107
And We redeemed him with a great sacrifice.
37:108
And We left with him for later generations.
37:109 Us
Peace be upon Abraham.
Peace be upon Abraham.
— Us 37:109
Is it falsified gods, instead of God, that you want?
37:86
The verse confronts the subtle yet perilous shift from worship to desire—an act of shirk that disguises itself as personal longing. In the Qur’an, Allah repeatedly warns that idolatry is not merely th
And said, “I am sick.”
37:89
In Surah As‑Saffat (37:88‑90) the people of Mecca, anxious about the Prophet’s fate, demanded to see him in a state of illness. His simple reply—‘Indeed, I am about to be ill’—reminds us that the Prop
What is it with you, that you do not speak?”
37:92
The Qur’an teaches that speech is a vital part of worship (17:53) and that one should not speak what is untrue or harmful. Silence, when used to conceal truth or to avoid responsibility, becomes a for
He said, “Do you worship what you carve?
37:95
The verse from Surah Al‑Qalam is a direct rebuke to the idol‑worshippers of the Quraysh, reminding them that the very act of creating is a human endeavor, not divine. Ibn Kathir explains that the Prop
When God created you, and what you manufacture?”
37:96
The verse "Wa ma khalaqaka min shay'in?" reminds us that Allah is not only the Creator of the human body but also the source of every action and intention. In classical theology, this is linked to the
They said, “Build a pyre for him, and throw him into the furnace.”
37:97
The verse from Surah Al-A'raf (37:97) recounts the cruelty of Pharaoh’s people who intended to burn the infant Moses. This narrative serves as a stark reminder that unjust deeds, however concealed, ar
Then, when he was old enough to accompany him, he said, “O My son, I see in a dream that I am sacrificing you; see what you think.” He said, “O my Father, do as you are commanded; you will find me, God willing, one of the steadfast.”
37:102
The narrative of Ibrahim and his son in 37:102 encapsulates the essence of *ikhtiyar*—the deliberate choice to submit to divine will. Classical scholars such as Ibn Kathir explain that Ibrahim’s dream
We called out to him, “O Abraham!
37:104
The brief verse, ‘We called to him, O Abraham,’ encapsulates a profound theological truth: divine invitation is both personal and universal. Scholars like Ibn Kathir note that this call precedes the c
You have fulfilled the vision.” Thus We reward the doers of good.
37:105
In verse 37:105, Allah affirms that those who 'fulfill the vision'—that is, who translate their intentions into tangible deeds—receive reward. The term 'vision' (al-ḥāyā) refers to the divine guidance
Peace be upon Abraham.
37:109
The brief yet profound blessing in 37:109 reminds us of Abraham’s exalted status as a prophet who exemplified unwavering submission to Allah. Sending blessings (salawat) upon a prophet is not merely a
Do you call on Baal, and forsake the Best of creators?
37:125
The verse of 37:125 confronts the ancient practice of invoking Baʿl—an ancient deity whose worship was a widespread distraction from the true Creator. By framing the question, the Qur’an exposes the p
God is your Lord, and the Lord of your ancestors.”
37:126
The verse 37:126 reminds us that Allah is the Lord of the first humans—Adam and his descendants—and of every person who follows. It underscores the unity of all creation under one sovereign, a core te
Peace be upon the House of Elijah.
37:130
The Qur’an’s brief mention of Prophet Ilyas—"Peace upon Elias"—serves as a powerful reminder that every messenger, regardless of the length of his narrative, is worthy of salawat (blessings). Scholars
“God has begotten.” They are indeed lying.
37:152
The Qur’an emphatically denies any claim that Allah has begotten, a concept that is central to the Islamic creed of tawhid. In 37:152, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) confronts the erroneous
And we are the arrangers.
37:165
The verse reminds us that true worship is not merely individual; it is a collective act that binds believers in a spiritual line. Scholars like Imam al‑Ghazali emphasize that standing in congregation
And we are the glorifiers.”
37:166
The verse 37:166 is a gentle reminder that true worship is not merely ritualistic compliance but a living, breathing act of exaltation. The Qur’an repeatedly encourages believers to say ‘Subhanallah’
Allah
spiritual entity
Total mentions: 4187 In sura: 97 Dominant need: Transcendence
esteem
1.2
safety
3.2
physiological
0
transcendence
10
belonging love
1.0
self actualization
0.9
Angels divine command 1 verses
Harun divine honor 2 verses
Lut savior-saved 2 verses
Jinn faith 1 verses
Ismail divine ransom 2 verses
First: Sura 1 · Last: Sura 114 · 112 suras
Disbelievers
group
Total mentions: 1145 In sura: 45 Dominant need: Transcendence
esteem
0
safety
0
physiological
0
transcendence
10
belonging love
0.2
self actualization
0.5
First: Sura 1 · Last: Sura 113 · 94 suras
Ibrahim
prophet named
Total mentions: 175 In sura: 28 Dominant need: Transcendence
esteem
2.6
safety
2.4
physiological
0
transcendence
10
belonging love
1.7
self actualization
8.7
Ismail mutual submission 3 verses
Ishaq father-son 2 verses
Ibrahim's people attempted murder 3 verses
Nuh spiritual succession 1 verses
First: Sura 2 · Last: Sura 87 · 25 suras
Total characters in this sura: 29
Allah spiritual entity 97 Disbelievers group 45 Ibrahim prophet 28 Believers group 13 Muhammad prophet 11 Angels spiritual entity 10 Polytheists group 10 Yunus prophet 9 Musa prophet 8 Harun prophet 8 Ilyas prophet 8 Nuh prophet 7 Quraysh group 6 Ibrahim's people group 6 Messengers group 5
Children of Israel Firawn oppression
Ibrahim Ismail mutual_submission
Ibrahim Ishaq father-son
Allah Angels divine_command
Harun Musa brother_prophets
Allah Harun divine_honor
Allah Lut savior-saved
Lut Wife of Lut marital_betrayal
Allah Jinn faith
Allah Ismail divine_ransom
Allah Yunus divine_election
Ibrahim Ibrahim's people attempted_murder
Jinn Polytheists fabricated_kinship_with_allah
Allah Messengers promise
Angels Jinn blocked_by
Muhammad Messengers confirmation
Ibrahim Nuh spiritual_succession
Allah Ilyas divine_honor
Messengers Allah divine_honor
15 characters · 19 relationships
182 segments
Us: 3 ye: 8 Musa: 1 Them: 6 thou: 2 Allah: 13 Narrator: 149
37:1 Narrator By the aligners aligning.
37:2 Narrator And the drivers driving.
37:3 Narrator And the reciters of the Reminder.
37:4 Narrator Your God is indeed One.
37:5 Narrator Lord of the heavens and the earth, and everything between them; and Lord of the Easts.
37:6 Narrator We have adorned the lower heaven with the beauty of the planets.
37:7 Narrator And guarded it against every defiant devil.
37:8 Narrator They cannot eavesdrop on the Supernal Elite, for they get bombarded from every side.
37:9 Narrator Repelled—they will have a lingering torment.
37:10 Narrator Except for him who snatches a fragment—he gets pursued by a piercing projectile.
FaithWorshipAccountabilityAfterlifeMercy
The Singular Reality: Anchoring Life in Tawhid
The verse 'Indeed, your God is One' is a succinct declaration of Tawhid, the cornerstone of Islamic creed. It appears not only in Surah As‑Saff but also in Surah Al‑Mu’minun (23:91) and Surah Al‑Qiyamah (75:2), underscoring its perpetual relevance. Scholars such as Ibn Taymiyyah, in his work 'Al‑Ma‘ni', stress that Tawhid is not merely an intellectual assent but a lived reality that governs worship, conduct, and societal relations. The Qur’an’s repeated affirmation reminds us that God is unique, incomparable, and the sole source of all sustenance. This unity shapes our worldview: we must attribute all success, knowledge, and mercy to Allah alone, and reject any form of shirk—whether overt or subtle. Embracing this truth transforms every act, turning routine tasks into worship when performed with the intention of glorifying a singular, merciful Lord. 37:4
The Sovereign of Horizons: Recognizing Allah as Lord of the Heavens, Earth, and Dawn
The verse declares Allah as the sovereign of the heavens, the earth, and the dawn—a triad that encapsulates the entirety of creation: the vast cosmos, the terrestrial realm, and the daily renewal of light. In classical tafsir, scholars such as Ibn Kathir emphasize that this declaration affirms the unity (tawhid) of Allah’s dominion; the heavens and earth are not separate realms but a single, interwoven reality under His command. The mention of the sunrises reminds believers that every cycle of day and night, every celestial event, is orchestrated by the same divine will. This understanding invites a profound sense of awe and gratitude, reinforcing that our daily actions, whether mundane or sacred, are performed within the bounds of a universe governed by a single, merciful Lord. Recognizing this sovereignty fosters humility, discourages arrogance, and motivates a life of intentional worship and stewardship. 37:5
The Echo of Regret: Recognizing the Day of Recompense
The Qur’an’s warning in 37:20 is not a distant threat but a mirror reflecting our present choices. Scholars like Ibn Taymiyyah emphasize that regret arises from neglecting the inevitable accountability of the Day of Judgment. The phrase ‘O woe to us!’ reveals the collective sorrow of those who, in their haste or pride, ignored the moral compass that Allah has embedded in human hearts. This verse reminds us that every action, however trivial, is weighed in the scales of Deen. By internalizing this reminder, we cultivate a life of intentionality, aligning our deeds with the eternal reward and avoiding the sorrow that follows a life lived without foresight. Thus, the verse becomes a call to continuous self‑audit, a reminder that the present is the only arena where we can shape our future in the Hereafter. 37:20
Facing the Reality: The Day of Judgment
Surah As‑Saffat reminds believers that denial of the Day of Judgment is a grave error, echoing the admonitions of earlier prophets. Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir note that this verse warns against the complacency of those who 'used to deny'—a state of spiritual apathy. The Qur’an repeatedly links the certainty of the Qiyāmah to the moral fabric of society: ‘Who will be the best in conduct on that Day?’ (Qur’an 2:177). Al‑Ghazālī emphasizes that acknowledgment of the Qiyāmah cultivates *taqwa*, a divine consciousness that governs every act. In contemporary terms, this verse calls us to move beyond abstract belief and embed the reality of the Day of Judgment into our daily conduct, thereby transforming intentions into actions that align with divine justice. 37:21
The Call of the Unwilling: Lessons from the Gathering of the Unbelievers
The verse reminds us that the angels will summon those who have committed wrong and followed false worship. This is not a threat to the faithful but a warning to all who drift toward idolatry—whether tangible or intangible. Islamic scholarship teaches that the ‘wrong’ mentioned includes both external shirk and internal hypocrisy. The Qur’an repeatedly contrasts the sincere heart with the empty rituals of the hypocrites, emphasizing that Allah sees every intention. The gathering of the disbelievers underscores the importance of continual self‑examination and sincerity (ikhlāṣ). It calls upon us to purify our motives, ensuring that our acts of worship arise solely from love and fear of Allah, not from fear of worldly judgment or the desire for praise. By internalizing this lesson, we guard ourselves against the subtle erosion of faith that leads to the very gathering described in the verse. 37:22
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Faith
Appears 163 times (16.6% of themes)
983 total tag instances in this edition
Faith
163
Guidance
89
Prophets
86
Creation
73
Afterlife
68
Worship
67
Accountability
60
Knowledge
55
Mercy
49
Unity
48
Patience
41
Community
37
Repentance
29
Gratitude
27
Justice
26
Humility
23
Family
13
Provision
13
Charity
8
Covenant
8
37:1 The Silent Ledger: Embracing the Angels' Vigil
37:2 The Cloud‑Drivers: Hastening the Unseen
37:3 Echoes of the Divine: Living the Recited Message
1, Ayah 6 68 citations The Cloud‑Drivers: Hastening the Unseen
2:6 68 citations The Cloud‑Drivers: Hastening the Unseen Edition 2
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2, Ayah 8 68 citations The Cloud‑Drivers: Hastening the Unseen
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2:65 11 citations The Crown of Arrogance: Lessons from the Denied Prophet Edition 2
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2:38 5 citations The Inevitable Rejection: Guarding Against Repulsion Edition 2
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Daily Actions
Before every decision, pause and affirm: 'Allah is One, and He alone is worthy of worship.' 37:4
Every morning, pause to acknowledge Allah as the Lord of the heavens, the earth, and the sunrise before you begin your day. 37:5
Before each major decision today, pause to imagine the voice of regret and act with foresight. 37:20
Weekly Challenge
Weekly Tawhid Transformation:\nDay 1: Family – Choose one family interaction where you may attribute outcomes to others; instead, begin the conversation with a brief dua: 'Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem, I seek Your guidance.' Reflect on the shift.\nDay 2: Work – Identify a project you might credit luck; instead, at the start of the day, say 'All praise is due to Allah, the Provider.' Note any change in confidence.\nDay 3: Community – During a social gathering, refrain from praising a person’s achievements without acknowledging Allah’s role. After the event, write a short note: 'Allah was the source of this success.'\nDay 4: Self – When setting personal goals, write 'All that I achieve is by Allah’s permission.' Evaluate how this affects your motivation.\nDay 5: Media – While consuming news, pause and recite 'La ilaha illallah' before reacting. Record your emotional response.\nDay 6: Worship – Perform the obligatory prayers with the intention: 'I pray to the One and Only.' Observe any difference in concentration.\nDay 7: Reflection – Summarize how each practice reinforced the belief that God alone is worthy of worship. Rate your sense of unity on a scale of 1‑10 and set one actionable goal for the next week. 37:4
Duas
O Allah, make my heart a single point of focus on You, remove the multiplicity of distractions, and bind my actions to the unity You have bestowed upon me. 37:4
O Allah, You are the Lord of the heavens and the earth, the One who brings forth each sunrise. Grant me the humility to recognize Your sovereignty in every horizon, and the gratitude to seek Your guidance in all my affairs. 37:5
Reflection
In what ways do I treat multiple deities, idols, or sources of authority as equal in my daily life, and how does recognizing Allah's singularity shift my priorities?
In moments of busyness, how often do I forget that the very sky, the land, and the breaking of dawn belong to the same sovereign? What shifts when I consciously remind myself of His lordship?
1 By the aligners aligning. 2 And the drivers driving. 3 And the reciters of the Reminder. 4 Your God is indeed One. 5 Lord of the heavens and the earth, and everything between them; and Lord of the Easts. 6 We have adorned the lower heaven with the beauty of the planets. 7 And guarded it against every defiant devil. 8 They cannot eavesdrop on the Supernal Elite, for they get bombarded from every side. 9 Repelled—they will have a lingering torment. 10 Except for him who snatches a fragment—he gets pursued by a piercing projectile. 11 Inquire of them, “Are they more difficult to create, or the others We created?” We created them from sticky clay. 12 But you wonder, and they ridicule. 13 And when reminded, they pay no attention. 14 And when they see a sign, they ridicule. 15 And they say, “This is nothing but plain magic. [Them] 16 When we have died and become dust and bones, shall we be resurrected? 17 And our ancestors of old?” [thou] 18 Say, “Yes indeed, and you will be totally subdued.” [thou] 19 It will be a single nudge, and they will be staring. 20 They will say, “Woe to us. This is the Day of Judgment.” [Them] 21 “This is the Day of Separation which you used to deny. [Them] 22 Gather those who did wrong, and their mates, and what they used to worship. [Them] 23 Besides God, and lead them to the way to Hell. 24 And stop them. They are to be questioned.” [Them] 25 What is the matter with you? Why do you not help one another? [Them] 26 In fact, on that Day, they will be submissive. 27 They will come to one another, questioning one another. 28 They will say, “You used to come at us from the right.” [ye] 29 They will say, “You yourselves were not believers. 30 We had no authority over you. You yourselves were rebellious people. [ye] 31 The Word of our Lord has been realized against us. We are tasting it. 32 We seduced you. We were seducers.” 33 On that Day, they will share in the punishment. 34 Thus We deal with the sinners. 35 When it was said to them, “There is no god except God,” they grew arrogant. 36 And said, “Are we to abandon our gods for a mad poet?” 37 In fact, he came with the truth, and he confirmed the messengers. 38 Most assuredly, you will taste the painful punishment. 39 And you will be repaid only for what you used to do. 40 Except for God’s sincere servants. 41 For them is a known provision. 42 Fruits; and they will be honored. 43 In the Gardens of Bliss. 44 On furnishings, facing one another. 45 They will be offered a cup of pure drink. 46 White; a delight to those who drink. 47 Never polluted, and never intoxicating. 48 With them will be bashful women with lovely eyes. 49 As if they were closely guarded pearls. 50 Then they will approach one another, questioning. 51 One of them will say, “I used to have a friend. 52 Who used to say, “Are you of those who believe? 53 That after we die and become dust and bones, we will be called to account?” [ye] 54 He will say, “Will you have a look?” [ye] 55 He will look, and will see him in the pit of Hell. 56 He will say, “By God, you almost ruined me. [ye] 57 Were it not for the grace of my Lord, I would have been among the arraigned.” 58 “We will not die. [ye] 59 Except for our first death, and we will not be punished.” [ye] 60 This is the supreme triumph. 61 For the like of this let the workers work. 62 Is this a better hospitality, or the Tree of Bitterness? 63 We made it an ordeal for the unjust. 64 It is a tree that grows from the bottom of Hell. 65 Its fruits are like the devils’ heads. 66 They will eat from it, and fill their bellies with it. 67 Then, on top of it, they will have a brew of boiling liquid. 68 Then their return will be to the Blaze. 69 They had found their parents astray. 70 And rushed along in their footsteps. 71 And most of the ancients before them went astray. 72 Even though We sent messengers to warn them. 73 So observe the end of those who were warned. 74 Except for the sincere servants of God. 75 And Noah called out to Us, and We are the Best of responders. 76 And We saved him and his family from the great calamity. 77 And We made his descendants the survivors. 78 And We left mention of him among those who succeeded. 79 Peace be upon Noah among all people. [ye] 80 We thus reward the righteous. 81 He was one of Our believing servants. 82 Then We drowned the others. 83 Of his kind was Abraham. 84 When he came to his Lord with a sound heart. 85 He said to his father and his people, “What are you worshiping? 86 Is it falsified gods, instead of God, that you want? [Allah] 87 So what is your opinion about the Lord of the Worlds?” 88 Then he took a glance at the stars. 89 And said, “I am sick.” [Allah] 90 But they turned their backs on him, and went away. 91 Then he turned to their gods, and said, “will you not eat? 92 What is it with you, that you do not speak?” [Allah] 93 Then he turned on them, striking with his right hand. 94 And they came running towards him. 95 He said, “Do you worship what you carve? [Allah] 96 When God created you, and what you manufacture?” [Allah] 97 They said, “Build a pyre for him, and throw him into the furnace.” [Allah] 98 They wished him ill, but We made them the losers. 99 He said, “I am going towards my Lord, and He will guide me.” 100 “My Lord, give me one of the righteous.” 101 So We gave him good news of a clement boy. 102 Then, when he was old enough to accompany him, he said, “O My son, I see in a dream that I am sacrificing you; see what you think.” He said, “O my Father, do as you are commanded; you will find me, God willing, one of the steadfast.” [Allah] 103 Then, when they had submitted, and he put his forehead down. 104 We called out to him, “O Abraham! [Us] 105 You have fulfilled the vision.” Thus We reward the doers of good. [Us] 106 This was certainly an evident test. 107 And We redeemed him with a great sacrifice. 108 And We left with him for later generations. 109 Peace be upon Abraham. [Us] 110 Thus We reward the doers of good. 111 He was one of Our believing servants. 112 And We gave him good news of Isaac, a prophet, one of the righteous. 113 And We blessed him, and Isaac. But among their descendants are some who are righteous, and some who are clearly unjust to themselves. 114 And We blessed Moses and Aaron. 115 And We delivered them and their people from the terrible disaster. 116 And We supported them, and so they were the victors. 117 And We gave them the Clarifying Scripture. 118 And We guided them upon the straight path. 119 And We left with them for later generations. 120 Peace be upon Moses and Aaron. [Musa] 121 Thus We reward the righteous. 122 They were of Our believing servants. 123 Also Elijah was one of the messengers. 124 He said to his people, “Do you not fear? 125 Do you call on Baal, and forsake the Best of creators? [Allah] 126 God is your Lord, and the Lord of your ancestors.” [Allah] 127 But they called him a liar, and thus they will be brought forward. 128 Except for God’s sincere servants. 129 And We left with him for later generations. 130 Peace be upon the House of Elijah. [Allah] 131 Thus We reward the virtuous. 132 He was one of Our believing servants. 133 And Lot was one of the messengers. 134 We saved him and his family, all of them. 135 Except for an old woman who lagged behind. 136 Then We annihilated the others. 137 You pass by them in the morning. 138 And at night. Do you not understand? 139 And Jonah was one of the messengers. 140 When he fled to the laden boat. 141 He gambled and lost. 142 Then the fish swallowed him, and he was to blame. 143 Had he not been one of those who praised. 144 He would have stayed in its belly until the Day they are raised. 145 Then We threw him into the wilderness, and he was sick. 146 And We made a gourd tree grow over him. 147 Then We sent him to a hundred thousand, or more. 148 And they believed, so We gave them enjoyment for a while. 149 Ask them, “Are the daughters for your Lord, while for them the sons?” 150 Or did We create the angels females, as they witnessed?” 151 No indeed! It is one of their lies when they say. 152 “God has begotten.” They are indeed lying. [Allah] 153 So He preferred girls over boys? 154 What is the matter with you? How do you judge? 155 Will you not reflect? 156 Or do you have some clear proof? 157 Then bring your book, if you are telling the truth. 158 And they invented a relationship between Him and the jinn. But the jinn know that they will be arraigned. 159 God be glorified, far above what they allege. 160 Except for God’s sincere servants. 161 Surely, you and what you serve. 162 Cannot seduce away from Him. 163 Except for he who will be roasting in Hell. 164 “There is not one of us but has an assigned position. 165 And we are the arrangers. [Allah] 166 And we are the glorifiers.” [Allah] 167 Even though they used to say. 168 “Had we received advice from the ancients. 169 We would have been God's faithful servants.” 170 But they rejected it, so they will find out. 171 Our Word has already gone out to our servant messengers. 172 It is they who will be supported. 173 And Our troops will be the victors. 174 So disregard them for a while. 175 And watch them—they will soon see. 176 Are they seeking to hasten Our punishment? 177 When it descends into their yard, miserable will be the morning of those forewarned. 178 So avoid them for a while. 179 And watch—they will soon see. 180 Exalted be your Lord, the Lord of Glory, beyond their allegations. 181 And peace be upon the messengers. 182 And praise be to God, the Lord of the Worlds.
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