The Night (Al-Layl)
In the Name of God, the Merciful, the Compassionate
I swear by the night when it draws a veil, 1 And by the day as it appears in brightness; 2 and by that (Power) which created the male and female, 3 your striving is indeed to different ends! 4 For him that gives and fears (Allah) 5 and affirmed the Truth of goodness: 6 We will pave his way to ease. 7 But as for him who hoardeth and deemeth himself independent, 8 And denies the best [reward], 9 Unto him therefore We shall Indeed make easy the path to hardship. 10 Nor will his wealth profit him when he falls headlong (into the Pit). 11 Indeed, [incumbent] upon Us is guidance. 12 And indeed, to Us belongs the Hereafter and the first [life]. 13 So, I warn you of the blazing Fire. 14 whereat none but the most wretched shall be roasted, 15 Who had denied and turned away. 16 The pious ones will be safe from this fire 17 who spend for the cause of God and purify themselves. 18 and confers no favour on any man for recompense, 19 except the pleasure of their Lord, the Most High 20 and he shall surely be satisfied. 21