Holy Quran » AL MU'MIN : 22

That was because their messengers were coming to them with clear proofs, but they disbelieved, so Allah seized them. Indeed, He is Powerful and severe in punishment.

{ ذلك بأنهم كانت تأتيهم رسلهم بالبينات } بالمعجزات الظاهرات { فكفروا فأخذهم الله إنه قويٌ شديد العقاب } .