The Night (Al-Layl)
In the Name of God, the Merciful, the Compassionate
By the night when it enshrouds, 1 and the day in splendour 2 By (the mystery of) the creation of male and female;- 3 Indeed your efforts differ. 4 As for him who giveth and is dutiful (toward Allah) 5 And believes in the best [reward], 6 We shall surely ease him to the Path of Easing; 7 But as for him who is niggardly, and thinks that he is self-sufficient, 8 and rejects what is right, 9 We shall surely ease for him the Path of Hardship (the Fire). 10 And his substance will avail him not when he perisheth. 11 Indeed, [incumbent] upon Us is guidance. 12 And indeed the Hereafter and this world both belong to Us. 13 Now I have warned you of a Fire that flames, 14 None shall enter it save the most wretched, 15 Who give the lie to Truth and turn their backs. 16 The pious ones will be safe from this fire 17 Those who spend their wealth for increase in self-purification, 18 And none hath with him any favour for reward, 19 Other than seeking the glory of his Lord, most high, 20 and he shall surely be satisfied. 21