Page 192 - Signs of the End Times in Surat Al-Kahf

SIGNS OF THE END TIMES IN SURAT AL-KAHF

There could be several reasons why Sulayman (as) and Dhu’l-
Qarnayn (as) rejected offers of material returns. Perhaps accepting such
a reward would have had a negative result, such as causing those who
gave it to lose some of their respect, obedience, and submission to the
one to whom they had given it. This is a psychological frame of mind in
people. The verse indicates that in these cases, it is better to avoid such a
situation by not accepting any reward or fee. No doubt, such an attitude
will increase the love and allegiance of those who have been helped.
Besides, Dhu’l-Qarnayn (as), just like Sulayman (as), is the leader of a
rich nation that does not need to expect a return for its assistance.

Balqis was the queen
of Saba, a powerful
nation at that time.
The Qur'an informs
us that Sulayman
(as) refused to accept
her gifts. The picture
on the right portrays
the convoy carrying
these gifts to
Sulayman (as).

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