Verily We! it is We Who have revealed unto thee the Qur'an, a gradual revelation. 23 Therefore be patient with constancy to the Command of thy Lord, and hearken not to the sinner or the ingrate among them. 24 And remember the name of your Lord morning and evening. 25 And part of the night, prostrate thyself to Him; and glorify Him a long night through. 26 As to these, they love the fleeting life, and put away behind them a Day (that will be) hard. 27 It was We who created them and made their constitution strong, but if We wish we can replace them with others like them. 28 This chapter is a reminder. Let those who want, seek guidance from their Lord. 29 But you cannot will it unless God wills [to show you that way] -- God is indeed all-knowing and wise -- 30 He admits to His mercy whomever He wants. For the unjust He has prepared a painful punishment. 31