M. H. Shakir, The Holy Quran; Arabic Text and English Translation; Foot-notes by M. H. Shakir (1974)

with justice — We do not impose on any soul a duty except to the extent of its ability; and when you speak, then be just though it be (against) a relative, and fulfil Allah’s covenant; this He has enjoined you with that you may be mindful;

154. And (know) that this is My path, the right one, therefore follow it, and follow not (other) ways, for they will lead you away from His way; this He has enjoined you with that you may guard (against evil).

155. Again, We gave the Book to Musa to complete (Our blessings) on him who would do good (to others), and making plain all things and a guidance and a mercy, so that they should believe in the meeting of their Lord.

156. And this is a Book We have revealed, blessed; therefore follow it and guard (against evil) that mercy may be shown to you.

157. Lest you say that the Book was only revealed to two parties before us and We were truly unaware of what they read.

158. Or (lest) you should say: If the Book had been revealed to us, we would certainly have been better guided than they;

Cite this page

M. H. Shakir, The Holy Quran; Arabic Text and English Translation; Foot-notes by M. H. Shakir, R. A. Juma, 1615 Pech Rd., Apt. 26C, Houston, Texas 77055. Presented by World Organization for Islamic Services (WOFIS), P.O. Box No. 2245, Tehran, Iran, 1974 Edition, Consulted online at “Quran Archive - Texts and Studies on the Quran” on 18 May. 2024: http://quran-archive.org/explorer/m-h-shakir/1974?page=262