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The Qur'an (Oxford World's Classics)

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62: 11<br />

<strong>The</strong> Day of Congregation 373<br />

towards trade or entertainment whenever they observe it, and leave<br />

you [Prophet] standing there. a Say, ‘God’s gift is better than any<br />

entertainment or trade: God is the best provider.’<br />

a This refers to two occasions. During congregational prayers at a time of famine, a<br />

caravan arrived and some of the worshippers rushed out, leaving the Prophet standing<br />

on the minbar (pulpit). On another occasion, worshippers rushed out because there was<br />

a band playing for a wedding.

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