146. " and how many a prophet there has been with whom were
many godly men fought;
so they did not falter despite what afflicted them in the way of allah,
nor did they weaken, nor did they yield,
and allah loves the patient, (the steadfast)."

commentary:
former strivers

following the adventures of 'uh¤ud, this verse refers to the bravery,
faith and perseverance of the strivers and followers of the former prophets.
it encourages the muslims to bravery, self-sacrifice and constancy while it
scorns those who escaped from the battle of 'uhud. it says:

" and how many a prophet there has been with whom were
many godly men fought;
so they did not falter despite what afflicted them in the way of allah,
nor did they weaken, nor did they yield, ..."

it is evident that allah also loves such servants who do not abandon
perseverance.

"... and allah loves the patient, (the steadfast)."