Rowwad Translation Center — 423

33:36 It is not for a believing man or woman – when Allah and His Messenger have decided a matter – to have any other choice in their matter[1]. Whoever disobeys Allah and His Messenger has clearly gone astray.

33:37 And [remember, O Prophet] when you were saying to the one[1] who was favored by Allah[2] and favored by you[3], “Keep your wife and fear Allah.” You were concealing in your heart what Allah was going to reveal[4], and you were fearing people[5], while it was more fitting that you should fear Allah[6]. When Zayd no longer had desire for her, We gave her to you in marriage, so that there would be no restraint for the believers in marrying the ex-wives of their adopted sons when they no longer have desire for them. And Allah’s decree is bound to be fulfilled.

33:38 There is no blame on the Prophet concerning what Allah has made lawful for him[1]. Such was the way of Allah with those [prophets] who came before. And Allah’s command is a decree firmly determined,

33:39 those who convey the messages of Allah[1] and fear Him, and they do not fear anyone except Allah. And sufficient is Allah as a Reckoner.

33:40 Muhammad is not the father of any of your men[1], but he is the Messenger of Allah and the seal of the prophets. And Allah is All-Knowing of everything.

33:41 O you who believe, remember Allah much,

33:42 and glorify Him morning and evening.

33:43 It is He Who confers blessings upon you[1], and His angels pray for you, so that He may bring you out of the depths of darkness into the light. And He is Most Merciful to the believers.