The Night (Al-Layl)
In the Name of Allah, the Merciful, the Most Merciful
By the night as it veils [the earth] in darkness, 1 and by the day when it unveils. 2 By (the mystery of) the creation of male and female;- 3 you strive in various ways. 4 For him that gives and fears (Allah) 5 and confirms the reward most fair, 6 We shall ease the way of fortune for him. 7 But as for him who is niggardly, and thinks that he is self-sufficient, 8 and rejects what is right, 9 We shall surely ease for him the Path of Hardship (the Fire). 10 When he falls (into Hell), his wealth will not help him. 11 Indeed, [incumbent] upon Us is guidance. 12 and to Us belong the Last and the First. 13 I have now warned you of the Blazing Fire, 14 Which only the most wretched must endure, 15 He who denieth and turneth away. 16 But save him who fears 17 Who giveth his wealth that he may grow (in goodness). 18 and confers no favour on any man for recompense, 19 But only seeking the Countenance of his Lord the Most High. 20 surely, he shall be satisfied. 21