The Comet (Al-Taareq)
In the name of Allah, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful
By the heaven, and At-Tariq (the night-comer, i.e. the bright star); 1 And what will make you to know what At-Tariq (night-comer) is? 2 It is the star shining brightly. 3 There is no human being but has a protector over him (or her) (i.e. angels incharge of each human being guarding him, writing his good and bad deeds, etc.) 4 So let man look - from what is he created. 5 He is created from a water dripping, 6 emanating from between the loins and the ribs. 7 Lo! He verily is Able to return him (unto life) 8 The day all secrets are examined 9 Then will he have no might nor any helper. 10 By the heaven which giveth the returning rain, 11 And by the earth which splitteth, 12 Behold this is the Word that distinguishes (Good from Evil): 13 it is not a jest. 14 They are planning a scheme, 15 And I (too) am planning a plan. 16 So allow time for the disbelievers. Leave them awhile. 17