Stories of Guidance and Warning
Verses 59–84
He told his people to worship Allah alone. He warned them about a great punishment coming if they didn't listen.
The rich leaders of his people called him "lost" and said he was making a huge mistake.
"O my people, worship Allah; you have no deity other than Him."
Prophet Nuh (Peace be upon him) said he wasn't lost at all. He explained he was a messenger from the Lord of the worlds, giving them sincere advice.
They called him a liar. So, Allah saved him and the believers in the Ark. Those who rejected the signs were drowned because they were spiritually blind.
He was sent to the 'Ad people. He told them to worship Allah alone and asked why they didn't fear Him.
The arrogant leaders said he was foolish and a liar. They refused to stop worshipping the idols their ancestors worshipped.
"I convey to you the messages of my Lord, and I am to you a trustworthy adviser."
Prophet Hud (Peace be upon him) said, "There is no foolishness in me." He reminded them that Allah made them strong and powerful, and they should be grateful, not arrogant.
They challenged him to bring the punishment. A massive wind destroyed them, but Allah saved Prophet Hud (Peace be upon him) and the believers.
He brought a clear sign: The She-Camel of Allah. He told the people of Thamud to let it eat on Allah's land and never hurt it.
The proud leaders made fun of the poor believers. Then, they committed a terrible crime: they killed the camel in defiance.
"So leave her to eat within Allah's land and do not touch her with harm..."
Prophet Salih (Peace be upon him) tried to guide them, but they rejected him. He turned away saying, "I advised you, but you do not like advisors."
An earthquake seized them. The next morning, they were found dead in their homes, lying face down.
He warned his people about a shameful sin that no one had ever done before. He told them they were going beyond all limits.
His people didn't have a good answer. They just wanted to kick him out of the city because he and his family were "pure."
"Do you commit such immorality as no one has preceded you with from among the worlds?"
He stood firm against their behavior, condemning their actions as unnatural and wrong.
Allah saved Prophet Lut (Peace be upon him) and his family (except his wife). Then, a rain of stones destroyed the city and the criminals.
Every Prophet said the same thing: "Worship Allah, you have no other god." The truth never changes.
The rich and powerful people usually rejected the truth because they were too proud and loved their traditions.
Ignoring warnings has serious results. Destruction came only after clear proofs were rejected.