Quran 72:8
Surah Al-Jinn Ayah 8
In Saheeh International's English translation, Quran 72:8 says: “And we have sought [to reach] the heaven but found it filled with powerful guards and burning flames.”
Translation source: Saheeh International
وَأَنَّا لَمَسْنَا ٱلسَّمَآءَ فَوَجَدْنَـٰهَا مُلِئَتْ حَرَسًا شَدِيدًا وَشُهُبًا
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What does Quran 72:8 say in English?
In Saheeh International's English translation, Quran 72:8 says: “And we have sought [to reach] the heaven but found it filled with powerful guards and burning flames.”
Which surah is Quran 72:8 in?
Quran 72:8 is in Surah Al-Jinn, chapter 72 of the Quran.
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