Part 1 · Page 265
Quraysh’s First Delegation to Abu Talib
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Read the corresponding Arabic sectionPrinted page 265 · Quraysh’s delegation asks Abu Talib to restrain the Messenger
The delegation said: “Abu Talib, your nephew has insulted our gods, criticized our religion, called our judgments foolish, and condemned our forefathers. Either restrain him or let us deal with him, for you oppose him as we do.” Abu Talib answered them gently, and they left.