(11:74) And when the fright had left Abraham and the good tidings had reached him, he began to argue with Us concerning the people of Lot. (11:75) Indeed, Abraham was forbearing, grieving and [frequently] returning [to Allah]. (11:76) [The angels said], "O Abraham, give up this [plea]. Indeed, the command of your Lord has come, and indeed, there will reach them a punishment that cannot be repelled." (11:77) And when Our messengers, [the angels], came to Lot, he was anguished for them and felt for them great discomfort and said, "This is a trying day." (11:78) And his people came hastening to him, and before [this] they had been doing evil deeds. He said, "O my people, these are my daughters; they are purer for you. So fear Allah and do not disgrace me concerning my guests. Is there not among you a man of reason?" (11:79) They said, "You have already known that we have not concerning your daughters any claim, and indeed, you know what we want." (11:80) He said, "If only I had against you some power or could take refuge in a strong support."
