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intelligent, but in the eyes of God Almighty are disgraceful, and others who both the world considers intelligent and wise, as does God. Thus here, God Almighty indicates that not only did the people see Luqmanas as wise and intelligent, but God too, endowed him with foresight and acknowledged his wisdom. One ought to ponder who in this world is worthy of being followed? Indeed, it is the one who is intelligent [and wise]; because the foolish and imprudent are not worthy of being followed. THE CONSEQUENCES OF SHIRK AND DISBELIEF Here, God Almighty says that Luqmanas was considered to be a wise individual by both the secular thinkers and those adhered to religious beliefs. Hence, the words of such an individual would certainly hold significant value. The world ought to have accepted him, as he was a -30-