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Explanatory Note
At this point in the narrative describing the fate of past communities, and outlining the rule concerning those who persist in denying God’s messages, the sūrah addresses the Prophet instructing him to warn people and explain the inevitable outcome. We note that in this context, the Prophet’s task is clearly stated as one of giving people a clear and plain warning, that leaves no room for ambiguity. This fits the immediate situation of stubborn rejection of God’s message that makes people hasten their own doom.