Or have We given them a book prior to this one, to which they adhere?
But they say, "We found our parents on a course, and we are guided in their footsteps."
Likewise, We sent no warner before you to any town, but the wealthy among them said, "We found our parents on a course, and we are following in their footsteps."
He would say, "Even if I bring you better guidance than what you found your parents following?" They would say, "We reject what you are sent with."
So We wreaked vengeance upon them. Behold, then, what was the fate of those who deny.
When Abraham said to his father and his people, "I am innocent of what you worship.
Except for He who created me, for He will guide me."
And he made it an enduring word in his progeny, so that they may return.
I gave these and their forefathers some enjoyment, until the truth and a manifest messenger came to them.
But when the truth came to them, they said, "This is sorcery, and we refuse to believe in it."
