The Night (Al-Layl)
In the name of Allah, most benevolent, ever-merciful
I swear by the night when it draws a veil, 1 And the day when it shines in brightness, 2 and That which created the male and the female, 3 Indeed, your efforts are diverse. 4 For him that gives and fears (Allah) 5 And believes in Al-Husna. 6 Surely We will ease his way unto the state of ease. 7 But for those who are niggardly, horde their wealth, 8 and rejects what is right, 9 for him shall We make easy the path towards hardship: 10 nor will his wealth profit him when he falls [into the pit]. 11 Surely, in Our hands is guidance, 12 and to Us belong the Last and the First. 13 Wherefore I have warned you of Fire flaming, 14 [the fire] which none shall have to endure but that most hapless wretch 15 Who belieth and turneth away. 16 But save him who fears 17 one who gives his wealth to become purified, 18 They do not expect any reward 19 But only seeking the countenance of his Lord, Most High. 20 Will surely be gratified. 21