Quran 26:223
Surah Ash-Shu'ara Ayah 223
In Saheeh International's English translation, Quran 26:223 says: “They pass on what is heard,<sup foot_note=196971>1</sup> and most of them are liars.”
Translation source: Saheeh International
يُلْقُونَ ٱلسَّمْعَ وَأَكْثَرُهُمْ كَـٰذِبُونَ
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What does Quran 26:223 say in English?
In Saheeh International's English translation, Quran 26:223 says: “They pass on what is heard,<sup foot_note=196971>1</sup> and most of them are liars.”
Which surah is Quran 26:223 in?
Quran 26:223 is in Surah Ash-Shu'ara, chapter 26 of the Quran.
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