And these parables[68] we propound unto men; but none understand them except the wise.

God hath created the heavens and the earth in truth: verily therein is a sign unto the believers.

(xxix. 40-43.)


MOḤAMMAD AND THE ḲUR-ÁN.

XVII.

†O thou enwrapped in thy mantle,[69]

Arise and warn!

And thy Lord—magnify Him!