Surah 7. Al-A'raf, Ayah 58

The triple parable explained in the last note is here continued. (1) In the physical world, the fertilising showers of rain yield a rich harvest on good soil, but bad soil yields little or nothing. (2) In the spiritual world, also, Allah's Mercies evoke no response in some souls which have chosen evil. (3) In the final reckoning, though all will be raised, not all will achieve the fulfilment of their lives.

Those who are grateful are those who joyfully receive Allah's Message, and respond to it by deeds of righteousness.