Johnnie Ellington II July 15, 2013 at 7:43 PM · The Dead Prophets and Saints [16:20] As for the idols they set up beside GOD, they do not create anything; they themselves were created. [16:21] They are dead, not alive, and they have no idea how or when they will be resurrected. [16:22] Your god is one god. As for those who do not believe in the Hereafter, their hearts are denying, and they are arrogant. [16:23] Absolutely, GOD knows everything they conceal and everything they declare. He does not love those who are arrogant. [16:24] When they are asked, "What do you think of these revelations from your Lord," they say, "Tales from the past." [16:25] They will be held responsible for their sins on the Day of Resurrection, all of them, in addition to sins of all those whom they misled by their ignorance. What a miserable load! [16:26] Others like them have schemed in the past, and consequently, GOD destroyed their building at the foundation, causing the roof to fall on them. The retribution struck them when they least expected. [16:27] Then, on the Day of Resurrection, He will disgrace them and ask, "Where are My partners that you had set up beside Me, and had opposed Me for their sake?" Those blessed with knowledge will say, "Today, the shame and misery have befallen the disbelievers." Death for the Disbelievers [16:28] The angels put them to death in a state of wronging their souls. That is when they finally submit, and say, "We did not do anything wrong!" Yes indeed. GOD is fully aware of everything you have done. [16:29] Therefore, enter the gates of Hell, wherein you abide forever. What a miserable destiny for the arrogant ones.