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| 27. And WE have not created the heavens and the earth and all that is between them in vain. That is the view of those who disbelieve. Woe, then, to the disbelievers because of the punishment of the Fire that shall overtake them. 28. Shall WE treat those who believe and do good works like those who act corruptly in the earth ? Shall WE treat the righteous like the wicked ? 29. This is a Book which WE have revealed to thee, full of excellences, that they may reflect over its verses, and that those gifted with understanding may take heed. 30. And WE bestowed on David Solomon who was an excellent servant of Ours. He was always turning to US. 31. When there were brought before him at eventide steeds of noblest breed and swift of foot, 32. He said, `I love the love of good things because they remind me of my Lord.' And when they were hidden behind the veil, 33. He said, `Bring them back to me.' Then he started stroking their legs and their necks. 34. Certainly, WE tried Solomon and WE placed on his throne a mere body. Then he turned to God, seeking his mercy. 35. He said, `O my Lord, grant me forgiveness and bestow on me a kingdom that may not be inherited by anyone after me; surely, Thou art the Great Bestower.' 36. So WE subjected to him the wind, blowing gently by his command withersoever he would go, 37. And the giants, all sorts of architects and builders, and divers, 38. And others bound in fetters. 39. `This is Our gift - so give freely or withhold - without reckoning.' 40. And certainly he had a position of nearness with US and an excellent resort. 41. And remember Our servant Job, when he cried unto his Lord; `Satan has afflicted me with toil and torment.' 42. WE directed him: `Urge thy riding beast with thy foot and depart swiftly. Yonder is cool water to wash with, and a drink.' |
