Rowwad Translation Center — 296

18:21 This is how We made their case known so that the people might know that the promise of Allah is true and that there is no doubt about the Hour. When they were disputing among themselves[1] concerning their matter [of resurrection], they said, “Build a structure over them. Their Lord knows best about them.” Those who prevailed in their matter said, “We will surely build over them a place of worship.”

18:22 Some will say, “They were three, their dog was the fourth,” while others will say, “They were five, their dog was the sixth,” – merely guessing at the unseen. And others will say, “They were seven, their dog was the eighth.” Say, “My Lord knows best their number; no one knows about them except a few[1]. So do not argue about them except in a brief manner, nor ask anyone about them.”

18:23 And never say about anything, “I will surely do this tomorrow[1],”

18:24 without adding, “if Allah wills.” And remember your Lord if you forget, and say, “My Lord will hopefully guide me to something closer to what is right[1].”

18:25 They remained in their cave for three hundred years, plus nine[1].

18:26 Say, “Allah knows best how long they remained. To Him belongs [the knowledge of] the unseen of the heavens and earth. How well He sees and how well He hears[1]! They have no protector besides Him, and He shares His command with none.”

18:27 Recite what has been revealed to you from the Book of your Lord. None can change His Words, and you will never find any refuge except with Him[1].