Commentary
Then he explained that by saying - adding all the servants to Him; as is the truth; negating what the words may imply that Iblis has an independent action -: "Indeed, My servants"; meaning: generally; "You have no authority over them"; meaning: in any way; "except for those who follow you"; meaning: with intention from them; and a desire to follow you; "from the misguided"; and he died without repentance; for I have made for you over them authority by beautification; and temptation; and it is said; and it is evident: that the addition is for honor; so it does not include except the pure ones; then the exception would be disconnected; and the benefit of presenting it in the form of exception - on the assumption of the disconnection - is the encouragement in the rank of honor; by the addition to Him; and the return from following the enemy; to turning towards Him; because those with noble souls; and high aspirations; compete in that station; and see it - as is the truth - the highest aspiration;
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