The Night (Al-Layl)
In the name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
By the night when it covers 1 by the day when it appears radiant, 2 And by oath of the One Who created the male and the female. 3 Verily, (the ends) ye strive for are diverse. 4 As for one who gives [to others] and fears [God], 5 And testifieth to the Good, 6 We will ease him toward ease. 7 But as for he who withholds and considers himself free of need 8 And gives the lie to the best,- 9 We shall surely ease for him the Path of Hardship (the Fire). 10 and their wealth will be of no benefit to them when they face destruction. 11 Indeed, Guidance is Ours, 12 and to Us belong the hereafter and the worldly life. 13 I have now warned you of the Blazing Fire, 14 None shall reach it but those most unfortunate ones 15 who belied and turned away, 16 But those most devoted to Allah shall be removed far from it,- 17 even he who gives his wealth. to purify himself 18 They do not expect any reward 19 But only seeking the countenance of his Lord, Most High. 20 and before long he will be well satisfied. 21