Page 159 - Signs of the End Times in Surat Al-Kahf
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ontinuing their journey, Musa (as) and Khidhr (as) entered a
town. However, given that they were not received favorably or
C C offered food and shelter, we understand that their journey had
been a difficult one.
In this verse, Allah could be pointing to the validity of suffering any
hardship in the quest for truth and beneficial knowledge. Musa (as) is
prepared to suffer any hardship in order to be with Khidhr (as), so that
he can benefit from his wisdom and reminders. This is also a reminder
for all people, for Muslims should show the same determination and
strength of character in similar situations.
The verse also indicates that Khidhr (as) was particularly talented,
capable and fast-acting. This can be deduced from the fact that he was
able to damage the boat without anyone noticing what he was doing,
and also by the quick action he took in building a sturdy wall. Allah in-
dicates his fast decision-taking and experience by saying "They found
there a wall about to fall down, and he built it up." Khidhr (as) also dis-
played great deftness when he made the hole in the boat, since he did so
in such a way that the boat was not completely destroyed, but only ren-
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