[16] By denying them, distorting their meanings, preferring deviant interpretation, or making noise while they are recited as the pagans of Makkah used to do.
[17] i.e., the Qur’an.
[18] Inimitable and protected by Allah from any distortion or alteration.
[19] So they neither hear the call nor understand it.
[20] That Allah will delay their judgment until Judgment Day.