Reminder to the Children of Israel [7:141] Recall that we delivered you from Pharaoh's people, who inflicted the worst persecution upon you, killing your sons and sparing your daughters. That was an exacting trial for you from your Lord.
After All the Miracles (7:138 – 7:140)
After All the Miracles [7:138] We delivered the Children of Israel across the sea. When they passed by people who were worshiping statues, they said, "O Moses, make a god for us, like the gods they have." He said, "Indeed, you are ignorant people. [7:139] "These people are committing a blasphemy, for what they are … Continue reading After All the Miracles (7:138 – 7:140)
The Inevitable Retribution (7:136 – 7:137)
The Inevitable Retribution [7:136] Consequently, we avenged their actions, and drowned them in the sea. That is because they rejected our signs, and were totally heedless thereof. [7:137] We let the oppressed people inherit the land, east and west, and we blessed it. The blessed commands of your Lord were thus fulfilled for the Children … Continue reading The Inevitable Retribution (7:136 – 7:137)
The Warnings Go Unheaded (7:133 – 7:135)
The Warnings Go Unheeded [7:133] Consequently, we sent upon them the flood, the locusts, the lice, the frogs, and the blood - profound signs. But they maintained their arrogance. They were evil people. [7:134] Whenever a plague afflicted them, they said, "O Moses, implore your Lord - you are close to Him. If you relieve … Continue reading The Warnings Go Unheaded (7:133 – 7:135)
The Plagues (7:130 – 7:132)
The Plagues [7:130] We then afflicted Pharaoh's people with drought, and shortage of crops, that they may take heed. [7:131] When good omens came their way, they said, "We have deserved this," but when a hardship afflicted them, they blamed Moses and those with him. In fact, their omens are decided only by GOD, but … Continue reading The Plagues (7:130 – 7:132)
The Truth Recognized by the Experts (7:118 – 7:129)
The Truth Recognized by the Experts [7:118] Thus, the truth prevailed, and what they did was nullified. [7:119] They were defeated then and there; they were humiliated. [7:120] The magicians fell prostrate. [7:121] They said, "We believe in the Lord of the universe. [7:122] "The Lord of Moses and Aaron." [7:123] Pharaoh said, "Did you … Continue reading The Truth Recognized by the Experts (7:118 – 7:129)
Moses (7:103 – 7:117)
Moses [7:103] After (those messengers,) we sent Moses with our signs to Pharaoh and his people, but they transgressed. Note the consequences for the wicked. [7:104] Moses said, "O Pharaoh, I am a messenger from the Lord of the universe. [7:105] "It is incumbent upon me that I do not say about GOD except the … Continue reading Moses (7:103 – 7:117)
Most People Make the Wrong Choice (7:96 – 7:102)
Most People Make the Wrong Choice [7:96] Had the people of those communities believed and turned righteous, we would have showered them with blessings from the heaven and the earth. Since they decided to disbelieve, we punished them for what they earned. [7:97] Did the people of the present communities guarantee that our retribution will … Continue reading Most People Make the Wrong Choice (7:96 – 7:102)
Blessings in Disguise (7:94 – 7:95)
Blessings in Disguise [7:94] Whenever we sent a prophet to any community, we afflicted its people with adversity and hardship, that they may implore. [7:95] Then we substituted peace and prosperity in place of that hardship. But alas, they turned heedless and said, "It was our parents who experienced that hardship before prosperity." Consequently, we … Continue reading Blessings in Disguise (7:94 – 7:95)
Shu`aib: Cheating, Dishonesty Condemned (7:85 – 7:93)
Shu`aib: Cheating, Dishonesty Condemned [7:85] To Midyan we sent their brother Shu`aib. He said, "O my people, worship GOD; you have no other god beside Him. Proof has come to you from your Lord. You shall give full weight and full measure when you trade. Do not cheat the people out of their rights. Do … Continue reading Shu`aib: Cheating, Dishonesty Condemned (7:85 – 7:93)
