(Muhammad), We have revealed the Quran to you in gradual steps. 23 Therefore be patient with constancy to the Command of thy Lord, and hearken not to the sinner or the ingrate among them. 24 And glorify the name of your Lord morning and evening. 25 And part of the night, prostrate thyself to Him; and glorify Him a long night through. 26 Indeed, these love the hasty life, and are heedless and leave behind them a heavy Day. 27 We created them and strengthened their joints; and whenever We wish, We can change their faces entirely. 28 VERILY, all this is an admonition: whoever, then, so wills, may unto his Sustainer find a way. 29 But you will not desire except as God wills. Verily He is all-knowing and all-wise. 30 He is Merciful to whom He will; but, for the harmdoers He has prepared for them a painful punishment. 31