prophethood and the Scriptures. Some were rightly guided, but many
were evil-doers. After themWe sent other apostles, and after those Isa
the son of Mariam. We gave him the Gospel and put compassion and
mercy in the hearts of his followers. As for the monasticism which
they invented themselves-for we did not prescribe it for them-seeking
thereby to please Allah, they did not observe it faithfully. We
rewarded only those who were true believers; for many of them were
evil-doers.
Believers, have fear of Allah and put your trust in His apostles. He
will grant you a double share of His mercy. He will give you a light to
walk in, andwill forgive you:Allah is Forgiving andMerciful.
Let the People of the Book know that they have no control over the
gifts of Allah; that these gifts are in His hands alone, and that He
vouchsafes them towhomHe will.Allah's bounty is infinite.
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llah has heard the words of her who pleaded with you
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concerning her husband and made her plaint to Allah. Allah
has heard the arguments of both of you. He hears all and
observes all.
57:28
58:1
57:29
1. Khawla daughter of Tha'laba.
Sura 58
"Al-Mujadala" SHE WHO PLEADED
In the Name of Allah, the Compassionate, the Merciful
SHE WHO PLEADED
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