(Muhammad), We have revealed the Quran to you in gradual steps. 23 therefore be patient under the Judgement of your Lord, and do not obey either the sinner or the unbeliever. 24 and remember the name of your Lord, morning and evening; 25 And prostrate for Him in a part of the night, and proclaim His purity into the long night. 26 Behold, they [who are unmindful of God] love this fleeting life, and leave behind them [all thought of] a grief-laden Day. 27 We created them and strengthened their joints; and whenever We wish, We can change their faces entirely. 28 Verily this is an Exhortation; so let him who so will take a way to his Lord. 29 And you do not please except that Allah please, surely Allah is Knowing, Wise; 30 He is Merciful to whom He will; but, for the harmdoers He has prepared for them a painful punishment. 31