The Challenge of Thamūd

Even after hearing the message of Prophet Ṣāliḥ, peace be upon him,

the leaders of Thamūd were not satisfied. Their pride would not allow them

to accept the truth. <break time="0.8s" /> So they said to him,

“Bring us a sign from Allah, if you are truly a prophet.” <break time="0.8s" />

They chose something that seemed impossible— a test only a true messenger could fulfill.

<break time="0.8s" /> They pointed to a great rock in the mountains of Thamūd and

demanded: “Make nāqah come out of this rock, alive and strong.”

<break time="0.8s" /> Ṣāliḥ warned them, “You are asking for something great. If Allah sends