We indeed created man; and We know what his soul whispers within him, and We are nearer to him than the jugular vein. 16 Behold! when the two receivers receive - one on the right hand and one on the left a sitter. 17 He does not utter a single word, without a ready recorder seated next to him. 18 And the agony of death cometh in truth. (And it is said unto him): This is that which thou wast wont to shun. 19 And the Trumpet shall be blown: that will be the Day whereof Warning (had been given). 20 And every human being will come forward with [his erstwhile] inner urges and [his] conscious mind, 21 “You were indeed neglectful of this, so We have removed the veil for you, and your eyesight is sharp this day.” 22 And (unto the evil-doer) his comrade saith: This is that which I have ready (as testimony). 23 The command was given: “Cast into Hell every hardened, stubborn unbeliever, 24 who hinders good, exceeds the limits, is immersed in doubts, 25 who has set up another god besides God: cast him into severe punishment" -- 26 ۞ His [devil] companion will say, "Our Lord, I did not make him transgress, but he [himself] was in extreme error." 27 [And] He will say: "Contend not before Me, [O you sinners,] for I gave you a forewarning [of this Day of Reckoning]. 28 “With Me, the decree does not change, and nor do I oppress the bondmen.” 29