Qala allatheena istakbaroo innabillathee amantum bihi kafiroon
Said those who were arrogant, "Indeed we, in that which you have believed, are disbelievers."
Tadabbur (Reflection)
Theme of the Ayat
The Final Denial: The proud leaders denied Salih's message completely.
The Insight
The arrogant leaders denied Salih's message entirely. **Fear the finality of rejection.** Arrogant denial closes the door to faith, regardless of the clarity of the evidence.