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[26:0] In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful [26:1] T. S. M.* [26:2] These (letters) constitute proofs of this clarifying scripture. [26:3] You may blame yourself that they are not believers. [26:4] If we will, we can send from the sky a sign that forces their necks to bow. *26:1 See Appendix 1 for the … Continue reading Sura 26: The Poets (Al-Shu‘arã’) (26:00 – 26:4)

Traits of the Righteous [25:63] The worshipers of the Most Gracious are those who tread the earth gently, and when the ignorant speak to them, they only utter peace. [25:64] In the privacy of the night, they meditate on their Lord, and fall prostrate. [25:65] And they say, "Our Lord, spare us the agony of … Continue reading Traits of the Righteous (25:63 – 25:77)

The Prophets and the Saints Are Dead [25:58] You shall put your trust in the One who is Alive—the One who never dies—and praise Him and glorify Him. He is fully Cognizant of His creatures' sins. [25:59] He is the One who created the heavens and the earth, and everything between them, in six days, … Continue reading The Prophets and the Saints Are Dead (25:58 – 25:59)

Infinite Blessings From God [25:45] Have you not seen how your Lord designed the shadow? If He willed, He could have made it fixed, then we would have designed the sun accordingly. [25:46] But we designed it to move slowly. [25:47] He is the One who designed the night to be a cover, and for … Continue reading Infinite Blessings From God (25:45 – 25:57)

The Ego as a god [25:43] Have you seen the one whose god is his own ego? Will you be his advocate? [25:44] Do you think that most of them hear, or understand? They are just like animals; no, they are far worse. 25:43 is in the index under “opinion as a god” Animals do … Continue reading The Ego as a god (25:43 – 25:44)

Messengers Ridiculed [25:41] When they saw you, they always ridiculed you: "Is this the one chosen by GOD to be a messenger? [25:42] "He almost diverted us from our gods, if it were not that we steadfastly persevered with them." They will certainly find out, when they see the retribution, who are the real strayers … Continue reading Messengers Ridiculed (25:41 – 25:42)

God's Evidence is Overwhelming [25:33] Whatever argument they come up with, we provide you with the truth, and a better understanding. [25:34] Those who are forcibly summoned to Hell are in the worst position; they are the farthest from the right path. [25:35] We have given Moses the scripture, and appointed his brother Aaron to … Continue reading God’s Evidence is Overwhelming (25:33 – 25:40)

God's Messenger of the Covenant* [25:27] The day will come when the transgressor will bite his hands (in anguish) and say, "Alas, I wish I had followed the path with the messenger. [25:28] "Alas, woe to me, I wish I did not take that person as a friend. [25:29] "He has led me away from … Continue reading God’s Messenger of the Covenant (25:27 – 25:32)

Messengers Are Just Human Beings [25:20] We did not send any messengers before you who did not eat food and walk in the markets. We thus test you by each other; will you steadfastly persevere? Your Lord is Seer. [25:21] Those who do not expect to meet us said, "If only the angels could come … Continue reading Messengers Are Just Human Beings (25:20 – 25:26)