The Comet (Al-Taareq)
In the name of Allah, most benevolent, ever-merciful
I CALL TO witness the heavens and the night Star -- 1 How will you comprehend what the night star is? 2 The piercing star! 3 There is not a soul but over it is a keeper. 4 So let man consider from what he is created. 5 He is created of water pouring forth, 6 issuing from between the loins [of man] and the pelvic arch [of woman]. 7 He certainly has the power to bring him back to life. 8 On the Day when secrets are disclosed, 9 he will have no power, nor anyone to help him. 10 By the heaven which giveth the returning rain, 11 And the earth which splitteth (with the growth of trees and plants) 12 this (Qur'an) is surely a decisive Word, 13 And it is not a frivolity. 14 Verily they are plotting a plot. 15 but I too plan against them. 16 So bear with unbelievers with patience, and give them respite for a while. 17