Quran 18:17 – Explanation
The sun appears to rise in the east and set in the west. Following note on this verse by Ghamidi sahab in Al-Bayan might help: 19 Such was the cave provided to them by the Almighty that air, light and warmth continued to enter it but the heat of the sun could not make its way in it. It is stated ahead that this is a sign from among the signs of God. Imām Amīn Aḥsan Iṣlāḥī writes: … Through His planning, the Almighty provided for His servants a cave where all needs of life were available without any effort. It looked that even the sun would pass by it with respect and regard so that it may not intrude in their rest but at the same time serve their needs. (Amīn Aḥsan Iṣlāḥī, Tadabbur-i Qur’ān, vol. 4, 571)