Rowwad Translation Center — 137

6:74 And [remember] when Abraham said to his father, Āzar, “Do you take idols as gods? I see that you and your people are clearly misguided.”

6:75 Thus We showed Abraham the dominion of the heavens and earth so that he would be of those who have certain faith.

6:76 When the night grew dark upon him, he saw a star and said, “This is my Lord.” But when it set, he said, “I do not like those that set.”[1]

6:77 Then when he saw the moon rising, he said, “This is my Lord.” But when it set, he said, “Unless my Lord guides me, I will surely be among the misguided people.”

6:78 Then when he saw the sun rising, he said, “This is my Lord; this is greater.” But when it set, he said, “O my people, I disown all what you associate with Allah.

6:79 I turn my face towards the One Who originated the heavens and earth, inclining to true faith, and I am not one of those who associate partners with Allah.”

6:80 His people argued with him. He said, “Do you argue with me concerning Allah when He has guided me? I do not fear what you associate with Him, [none can harm me] except what my Lord wills. My Lord encompasses everything in His knowledge. Will you not then take heed?

6:81 Why should I fear what you associate with Him, when you do not fear that you associate with Allah that for which He has not sent down any authority? So which of the two parties has more right to feel secure, if you really know?