And indeed We have created man and We know what his soul instils in him; and We are nearer to him than the hearts artery. 16 When both receivers (the angels) receive, one on his right, the other on his left, 17 He does not utter a single word, without a ready recorder seated next to him. 18 And death's agony comes in truth; that is what thou wast shunning! 19 And the trumpet blast will sound: It would be the Day of Doom. 20 Each soul will come with a driver and a witness. 21 (It will be said to the sinners): "Indeed you were heedless of this, now We have removed your covering, and sharp is your sight this Day!" 22 His companion will say: "Here is (the record) I have ready with me." 23 [Whereupon God will command:] "Cast, cast into hell every [such] stubborn enemy of the truth, 24 Hinderer of good, transgressor, doubter, 25 who set up with God another god; therefore, you twain, cast him into the terrible chastisement.' 26 ۞ And his comrade shall say, 'Our Lord, I made him not insolent, but he was in far error.' 27 (It was said): “Do not remonstrate in My presence. I had warned you. 28 The Word will not be changed in My presence, nor am I an oppressor at all unto My bondmen. 29