"[The] patient and the truthful," meaning: their intentions were truthful, and their hearts and tongues remained steadfast both in secret and in public. "And the devoutly obedient," meaning: the obedient ones. "And those who seek forgiveness," meaning: the people of prayer. He says: Are these and the disbelievers equal? Meaning: they are not equal in the sight of Allah. [Verses 18-19]