The Comet (Al-Taareq)
In the Name of God, the Merciful, the Compassionate
By the Sky and the Night-Visitant (therein);- 1 And what shall teach thee what is the night-star? 2 It is the star that shines with a piercing brightness -- 3 There is no living being but there is a protector over it. 4 So let man observe from what he was created. 5 He has been created from an ejected drop of fluid 6 emanating from between the loins and the ribs. 7 Most surely He is able to return him (to life). 8 The Day when all the secrets (deeds, prayers, fasting, etc.) will be examined (as to their truth). 9 he shall have no power, and no helper. 10 By the rotating heavens 11 And the earth which splitteth (with the growth of trees and plants) 12 It is surely a decisive utterance; 13 and it is certainly not a jest. 14 Verily they are plotting a plot. 15 And I plot a plot (against them). 16 So respite the unbelievers; delay with them awhile. 17