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وَلَقَد جَعَلنا فِي السَّماءِ بُروجًا وَزَيَّنّاها لِلنّاظِرينَ

Mir Aneesuddin

And We have made galaxies1 in the sky and adorned it for those who see.
  • Galaxies: The word 'Najam' is translated as star and a galaxy contains millions of stars. The word 'Burooj means strong rooms constructed on the walls of forts for safety, it has also been used for conveying the sense of exhibition, places of safety, big stars etc. In view of these meanings, 'Burooj' may refer to the galaxies which also exist in millions.