18.81
surah 18 - verse 81
translator's name | verse |
Arberry | so we desired that their Lord should give to them in exchange one better than he in purity, and nearer in tenderness. |
Maududi | and we desired that their Lord should grant them another in his place, a son more upright and more tender hearted. |
Pickthall | And we intended that their Lord should change him for them for one better in purity and nearer to mercy. |
Sahih | So we intended that their Lord should substitute for them one better than him in purity and nearer to mercy. |
Yusuf Ali | "So we desired that their Lord would give them in exchange (a son) better in purity (of conduct) and closer in affection. |