Surah Ash-Shu'ara Ayah 16

فَأْتِيَا فِرْعَوْنَ فَقُولَآ إِنَّا رَسُولُ رَبِّ ٱلْعَـٰلَمِينَ

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What does Quran 26:16 say in English?

In Saheeh International's English translation, Quran 26:16 says: “Go to Pharaoh and say, 'We are the messengers<sup foot_note=196949>1</sup> of the Lord of the worlds,”

Which surah is Quran 26:16 in?

Quran 26:16 is in Surah Ash-Shu'ara, chapter 26 of the Quran.

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