VERILY, those who are conscious of God [shall find themselves in the hereafter] amidst gardens and springs, 45 "Enter in peace and tranquility," (they will be told). 46 And We will root out whatever of rancor is in their breasts-- (they shall be) as brethren, on raised couches, face to face. 47 No fatigue will touch them nor will they be expelled therefrom." 48 ۞ Tell My servants that I alone am the Forgiving, the Merciful One, 49 And that My Torment is indeed the most painful torment. 50 Inform them about the matter of Abraham's guests. 51 When they came to Abraham they said: "Peace be upon you!" He replied: "Indeed we feel afraid of you." 52 They said: "Fear not! We give thee glad tidings of a son endowed with wisdom." 53 He said, "Have you given me good tidings although old age has come upon me? Then of what [wonder] do you inform?" 54 They replied: 'In truth we have given you glad tidings, do not be one of those who despair' 55 He said: "And who despairs of the mercy of his Lord, but such as go astray?" 56 He added: "And what [else] may you have in view, O you [heavenly] messengers?" 57 "We have been sent," they said, "to (punish) a sinful people, 58 barring Lot's household, all of whom, behold, we shall save 59 "Except his wife, who, We have ascertained, will be among those who will lag behind." 60