The Night (Al-Layl)
In the name of Allah, the Compassionate, the Merciful
By the night as it envelops; 1 By the day when it appeareth in glory, 2 And by oath of the One Who created the male and the female. 3 you strive in various ways. 4 So he who gives (in charity) and fears (Allah), 5 And testifieth to the Good, 6 We shall facilitate for him the Way to Bliss. 7 But as for him who hoardeth and deemeth himself independent, 8 And disbelieveth in goodness; 9 So We will very soon provide him hardship. 10 nor will his wealth profit him when he falls [into the pit]. 11 Surely Ours is it to show the way, 12 And indeed the Hereafter and this world both belong to Us. 13 Therefore do I warn you of a Fire blazing fiercely; 14 Which only the most wretched must endure, 15 even he who cried lies, and turned away; 16 And avoid it shall the most pious, 17 Those who spend their wealth for increase in self-purification, 18 And is under no one's obligation to return his favour, 19 seeking only the Face of his Lord, the Most High, 20 And presently he shall become well pleased. 21