The Night (Al-Layl)
In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful
By the night as it veils [the earth] in darkness, 1 And the day when it shines in all its glory, 2 By (the mystery of) the creation of male and female;- 3 O men, you truly strive towards the most diverse ends! 4 We shall facilitate the path to bliss 5 And testifieth to the Good, 6 We will facilitate for him the easy end. 7 But as for him who is a miser, and self-sufficient, 8 And denies the best [reward], 9 We shall surely ease for him the Path of Hardship (the Fire). 10 and what will his wealth avail him when he goes down [to his grave]? 11 Surely, it is for Us to provide guidance -- 12 and to Us belong the hereafter and the worldly life. 13 So, I warn you of the blazing Fire. 14 where none shall burn except the most wicked, 15 Who belieth and turneth away. 16 Far removed from it will be the righteous 17 even he who gives his wealth. to purify himself 18 And none hath with him any favour for reward, 19 Except the seeking of the pleasure of his Lord, the Most High. 20 And he is going to be satisfied. 21