The Quran Must Be Translated (26:198-26:209)

The Quran Must Be Translated

26:198 If we revealed this to people who do not know Arabic. 26:199 And had him recite it (in Arabic), they could not possibly believe in it. 26:200 We thus render it (like a foreign language) in the hearts of the guilty. 26:201 Thus, they cannot believe in it; not until they see the painful retribution. 26:202 It will come to them suddenly, when they least expect it. 26:203 They will then say, “Can we have a respite?” 26:204 Did they not challenge our retribution? 26:205 As you see, we allowed them to enjoy for years. 26:206 Then the retribution came to them, just as promised. 26:207 Their vast resources did not help them in the least. We never annihilate any community without sending warners. Therefore, this is a reminder, for we are never unjust.