The Makkans, too, shall be punished.
They are threatened with the Judgment Day, when they shall be sent to hell, while the believers are in Paradise.
The Makkans are bidden to take warning by the fate of the cities whose stories are related above.
These stories are intended to strengthen the Prophet’s heart.
He is bidden to wait and leave the issue to God.
Chapter X.
Sūratu Yūnus.
The Chapter of Jonah.
No wonder that the Qurʾān was revealed to a mere man.
Misbelievers deem him a sorcerer.