Quran 38:44
Surah Sad Ayah 44
In Saheeh International's English translation, Quran 38:44 says: “[We said], "And take in your hand a bunch [of grass] and strike with it and do not break your oath."<sup foot_note=197221>1</sup> Indeed, We found him patient, an excellent servant. Indeed, he was one repeatedly turning back [to Allāh].”
Translation source: Saheeh International
وَخُذْ بِيَدِكَ ضِغْثًا فَٱضْرِب بِّهِۦ وَلَا تَحْنَثْ ۗ إِنَّا وَجَدْنَـٰهُ صَابِرًا ۚ نِّعْمَ ٱلْعَبْدُ ۖ إِنَّهُۥٓ أَوَّابٌ
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What does Quran 38:44 say in English?
In Saheeh International's English translation, Quran 38:44 says: “[We said], "And take in your hand a bunch [of grass] and strike with it and do not break your oath."<sup foot_note=197221>1</sup> Indeed, We found him patient, an excellent servant. Indeed, he was one repeatedly turning back [to Allāh].”
Which surah is Quran 38:44 in?
Quran 38:44 is in Surah Sad, chapter 38 of the Quran.
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