They were the people, and they have passed away. Theirs the reward for what they did, as yours will be for what you do. You will not be questioned about their deeds.
Waccan, wata al'umma ce, tã riga ta shige, suna da abin da suka sana'anta kuma kuna da abin da kuka sana'anta kuma bã a tambayar ku daga abin da suka kasance suna aikatãwa.