The Comet (Al-Taareq)
In the name of Allah, most benevolent, ever-merciful
By heaven and the night-star! 1 and what could make you know what it is that comes in the night? 2 The star of piercing brightness; 3 That over each soul there is a guardian. 4 So let man consider of what he is created: 5 He is created from a drop emitted- 6 Proceeding from between the backbone and the ribs: 7 He certainly has the power to bring him back to life. 8 The Day when all the secrets (deeds, prayers, fasting, etc.) will be examined (as to their truth). 9 when he will be helpless, with no supporter. 10 By oath of the sky from which comes down the rain. 11 And the earth splitting (with plants); 12 That this (Qur'an) is a decisive word 13 It is no pleasantry. 14 Verily, they are but plotting a plot (against you O Muhammad (Peace be upon him)). 15 and I am cunningly devising. 16 So bear with unbelievers with patience, and give them respite for a while. 17