Surah An Naml Ayat 17
The Ant · English translation · Edition God
To the service of Solomon were mobilized his troops of sprites, and men, and birds—all held in strict order.
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Surah An Naml Ayat 15
And We gave David and Solomon knowledge. They said, “Praise God, who has favored us over many of His believing servants.”
Surah An Naml Ayat 16
And Solomon succeeded David. He said, “O people, we were taught the language of birds, and we were given from everything. This is indeed a real blessing.”
Surah An Naml Ayat 18
Until, when they came upon the Valley of Ants, an ant said, “O ants! Go into your nests, lest Solomon and his troops crush you without noticing.”
Surah An Naml Ayat 19
He smiled and laughed at her words, and said, “My Lord, direct me to be thankful for the blessings you have bestowed upon me and upon my parents, and to do good works that please You. And admit me, by Your grace, into the company of Your virtuous servants.”
About this reference
This is ayat 17 of Surah An Naml (The Ant), surah 27 of the Quran. This surah contains 93 ayats. The English translation is by Talal Itani, ClearQuran, Edition God.
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