We indeed created man; and We know what his soul whispers within him, and We are nearer to him than the jugular vein. 16 Moreover, there are two scribes, one each sitting on the right and the left, recording everything. 17 He utters not a word, but there is a vigilant watcher at hand. 18 And the stupor of death will come in truth: "This is what you have been avoiding!" 19 And the trumpet shall be blown; that is the day of the threatening. 20 And every soul shall come, with it a driver and a witness. 21 Assuredly thou wast in neglect thereof; now We have removed from off thee thy veil, so thy sight Today is piercing. 22 His companion will say: "Here is (the record) I have ready with me." 23 [Allah will say], "Throw into Hell every obstinate disbeliever, 24 Preventer of good, aggressor, and doubter, 25 “The one who appointed another God along with Allah – so both of you fling him into the severe punishment.” 26 ۞ His companion will say: O our Lord! caused him not to transgress but he was himself in error far off. 27 He (Allah) will say: 'Do not dispute before Me. I sent you a warning beforehand. 28 The Word will not be changed in My presence, nor am I an oppressor at all unto My bondmen. 29