Page 100 - The Prophet Moses (pbuh)

THE PROPHET MOSES (PBUH)

Although an Israelite by nationality,
Karun had accumulated
wealth beyond
measure under
the patronage of
Pharaoh. The
Qur'an explains
its extent by indicat-
ing the difficulty with which even just
the keys of these treasures were car-
ried. However, his wealth, which had
merely been as a trial for him from
Allah, only increased him in arro-
gance and insolence. Nevertheless,
Allah destroyed all of his posses-
sions, and made of him a lesson for
succeeding generations, as well as
those who envied him, turning their
backs on the religion.

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