The Splitting (Al-Inshiqaaq)
In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful
۞ When the heaven is sundered. 1 And it listens to the command of its Lord – and that befits it. 2 When the earth is stretched out taut 3 And has cast out all that was in it and became empty, 4 obeying its Sustainer, as in truth it must: 5 Human being, you strive hard to get closer to your Lord, and so you will certainly receive the recompense (of your deeds). 6 So whoever is given his record of deeds in his right hand – 7 His account shall presently be taken by an easy reckoning. 8 And will return to his family in joy! 9 But whosoever is given his Record behind his back, 10 Will pray for death, 11 but he will enter the blazing flame. 12 Verily he was among his people joyous. 13 Truly, did he think that he would not have to return (to Us)! 14 Yes indeed; his Lord had sight of him. 15 So indeed I call to witness the evening twilight, 16 And the night and all it gathers, 17 And the moon when at the full, 18 you shall surely ride stage after stage. 19 What is the matter with them, that they believe not? 20 and when the Qur'an is recited to them, they do not prostrate themselves? ۩ 21 Indeed, those who are bent on denying the truth reject it -- 22 But God knows what they harbour in their breasts. 23 So announce to them a painful punishment~ 24 Except for those who believe and do righteous deeds. For them is a reward uninterrupted. 25