Tafsir Al-Jalalayn: An-Naml, Ayah 31
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Exalt not yourselves against me) feel not too haughty towards me, (but come unto me as those who surrender) and seek peace; as well as demanding other things which were mentioned in the letter.
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Al-Jalalayn Commentary
Do not rise up against me in defiance but come to me in submission”’.