Overall meaning : And yet another sign for them is that We carried their early ancestors—those who believed and followed Noah—in the fully loaded Ark that We commanded him to build, and that We have made for people similar vessels on which they sail. If We wished, We could drown those who board these vessels in the sea; then no one would respond to their cries for help and save them from drowning, except through Our mercy, leaving them to enjoy their life until their appointed term in it comes to an end.