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42:47
Ash-Shuraa · Ayah 47
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Translation
Respond
Word Breakdown
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Grammar Rules
Command verb
ٱسْتَجِيبُوا۟ (Respond) is a command — it's telling someone to do something.
We translate it as a direct command — "[Do this]!"
Verb form X — seeking/requesting
ٱسْتَجِيبُوا۟ (Respond) uses form X (إِسْتَفْعَلَ) — it means seeking or asking for the action.
We translate it as "to seek [action]" or "to ask for [action]".
Sahih International
Respond to your Lord before a Day comes from Allāh of which there is no repelling. No refuge will you have that Day, nor for you will there be any denial.
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