O Believers, obey Allah and His Messenger and do not turn away from the Message after hearing it. Do not be like those who said, "We have heard," but have not listened to it,16 for the vilest beasts in Allah's sight are those deaf, dumb people17 who do not use commonsense. Had Allah known any good in them, He would certainly have given them the power of hearing but if He had made them hear it (without perceiving any good in them), they would have turned away from it with disdain.18 O Believers, respond to the call of Allah and the Messenger, when the Messenger calls you to that which gives you life. And know that Allah stands between a man and his heart, and that to Him you shall be mustered.19 And guard against that mischief which will not bring punishment in particular to the mischief-makers alone from among you:20 and know that Allah is severe in inflicting punishment. Recall to mind that time when you were few in number and were regarded weak in the land, and were fearful lest the people should do away with you; then Allah provided you with a place of refuge, strengthened you with His succor and bestowed pure and good provisions upon you so that you may be grateful.21 O Believers, do not betray Allah and His Messenger nor violate your trusts knowingly.22 And know that your worldly goods and your children are, in fact, a test for you,23 and Allah has plenty for giving you reward. O Believers, if you are God fearing, He will provide you with a criterion,24 and cleanse you of your evils, and forgive your shortcomings. Allah is bountiful in His favors.