[13] Abu Bakr As-Siddīq, ‘Ā’ishah’s father, swore to stop his financial help to his poor cousin, Mistah ibn Athāthah, for he took part in the rumors against ‘Ā’ishah. When this verse was revealed, Abu Bakr resumed his assistance to him.
[14] Or it means: Evil words and deeds are for evil people, and virtuous words and deeds are for virtuous people. [15] It declares the innocence of the Prophet’s wife, ‘Ā’ishah.
[16] By saying "As-salāmu ‘alaykum" (Peace be with you).