You are reading a tafsir for the group of verses 7:113 to 7:114
The Magicians convene and change Their Ropes into Snakes before Musa
Allah describes the conversation that took place between Fir`awn and the magicians he collected to defeat Musa, peace be upon him. Fir`awn told them that he will reward them and give them tremendous provisions. He made them hope in acquiring what they wished for and to make them among his private audience and best associates. When they were assured of the cursed Fir`awn's promises,