Surah Al-A'raaf
Chapter 7 · Verse 114 · Revealed in Makkah
“He said, "Yes, and, [moreover], you will be among those made near [to me]."”
Translation: Saheeh International
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Mishary Rashid Alafasy
Reflection — Ibn Kathir
The Magicians convene and change Their Ropes into Snakes before Musa
Allah describes the conversation that took place between Fir`awn and the magicians he collected to defeat Musa, peace be upon him. Fir`awn told them that he will reward them and give them tremendous provisions. He made them hope in acquiring what they wished for and to make them among his private audience and best associates. When they were assured of the cursed Fir`awn's promises,
Reflection — Maarif ul Quran
Its diction and style so bewildered the Arabs that they instantly acknowledged a super human element in it. The sorcerers came to Pharaoh and said:
إِنَّ لَنَا لَأَجْرًا إِن كُنَّا نَحْنُ الْغَالِبِينَ
What does this verse bring up for you today?