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in Edition Clear Qur'an by Talal Itani / An-Naml (The Ant)

27:10Throw down your staff.” But when he saw it quivering, as though it were a demon, he turned around not looking back. “O Moses, do not fear; the messengers do not fear in My presence.

27:14And they rejected them, although their souls were certain of them, out of wickedness and pride. So see how the outcome was for the mischief-makers.

27:16And Solomon succeeded David. He said, “O people, we were taught the language of birds, and we were given from everything. This is indeed a real blessing.”

27:17To the service of Solomon were mobilized his troops of sprites, and men, and birds—all held in strict order.

27:42When she arrived, it was said, “Is your throne like this?” She said, “As if this is it.” “We were given knowledge before her, and we were submissive.”

27:53And We saved those who believed and were pious.

27:68We were promised that before, we and our ancestors—these are nothing but legends of the ancients.”

27:84Until, when they arrive, He will say, “Did you reject My revelations without comprehending them? Or what is it you were doing?”