#393 Podcast Al Qur'an Juz 23 Surah 38 Shad 27-40

[Quran Chapter 38] 27. We did not create the heaven and the earth and everything between them in vain. That is the assumption of those who disbelieve—so woe to those who disbelieve because of the Fire. 28. Or are We to treat those who believe and do righteous deeds like those who make trouble on earth? Or are We to treat the pious like the shameless? 29. A blessed Book that We sent down to you, that they may ponder its Verses, and for those with intelligence to take heed. 30. And We granted David, Solomon, an excellent servant. He was penitent. 31. When the beautiful horses were paraded before him in the evening. 32. He said, "I have preferred the love of niceties to the remembrance of my Lord—until it disappeared behind the veil. 33. Bring them back to me." And he began caressing their legs and necks. 34. We tested Solomon, and placed a body on his throne; then he repented. 35. He said, "My Lord, forgive me, and grant me a kingdom never to be attained by anyone after me. You are the Giver." 36. So We placed the wind at his service, blowing gently by his command, wherever he directed. 37. And the demons—every builder and diver. 38. And others fettered in chains. 39. "This is Our gift; so give generously, or withhold; without account." 40. For him is nearness to Us, and a beautiful resort.