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(peace be on him) continued to advise his people but despite his efforts his people did not change their ways. (peace be on him) spoke to them for the last time. He warned his people that if they did not turn to Allah it was only they who would be the losers. (peace be on him) said, Inni Akhaafu Alaikum Azaaba Yaumin Azeem “Indeed, I fear for you the punishment of an awful day. ” (Al-Shu’ara’ verse 136) The people of Aad simply made fun of him and replied, In Haaza Iilla Khuluqul-Awwaleena- Wa maa Nahnu bi muazzabeen “This is nothing but a habit of the ancients. And we shall not be punished. ” (Al-Shu’ara’ verses 138-139) 13