Quran 26:129
Surah Ash-Shu'ara Ayah 129
In Saheeh International's English translation, Quran 26:129 says: “And take for yourselves constructions [i.e., palaces and fortresses] that you might abide eternally?”
Translation source: Saheeh International
وَتَتَّخِذُونَ مَصَانِعَ لَعَلَّكُمْ تَخْلُدُونَ
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What does Quran 26:129 say in English?
In Saheeh International's English translation, Quran 26:129 says: “And take for yourselves constructions [i.e., palaces and fortresses] that you might abide eternally?”
Which surah is Quran 26:129 in?
Quran 26:129 is in Surah Ash-Shu'ara, chapter 26 of the Quran.
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