Their helplessness demonstrated.
The Qurʾān is a guide, but the Prophet cannot compel men to follow it.
Human souls are taken to God during sleep, and those who are destined to live on are sent back.
No intercession allowed with God.
The doctrine of the unity of God terrifies the idolaters.
Prayer to God to decide between them.
The infidels will regret on the Resurrection Day.
Ingratitude of man for God’s help in trouble.
The Makkans are warned by the fate of their predecessors.
Exhortation to repentance before it is too late.