40:21 - 22, Qur'an
[Then] have they not traveled through the land and observed how the end was for those who were before them? They were greater than them in strength and in impression on the land, but God seized them for their sins. And they did not have any protector from God. That was because their messengers were coming to them with clear proofs, but they disbelieved, so God seized them. Indeed, He is Powerful and severe in punishment.