Surah Saba' ([The People of] Saba) 34 : 25

Explanatory Note

The third note puts everyone before their actions and responsibilities, but again using the most polite and fair approach. This might have been in answer to the repeated accusations of the idolaters branding the Prophet and his Companions as guilty and in the wrong. They had in this respect berated them for renouncing their forefathers’ religion. This happens all the time, when the followers of falsehood accuse the followers of truth of being in error. Hence, the Prophet is instructed to tell them in exemplary politeness that everyone is responsible for his or her own deeds: “Say: Neither shall you be called to account for whatever we have become guilty of, nor shall we be called to account for whatever you are doing.” Everyone must reflect and determine whether their attic tide will lead them to success or bring about their ruin. This is the first step towards recognizing the truth before attaining conviction.