1 . By the Night as it conceals (the light); 

2 . By the Day as it appears in glory; 

3 . By (the mystery of) the creation of male and female;- 

4 . Verily, (the ends) ye strive for are diverse. 

5 . So he who gives (in charity) and fears (Allah), 

6 . And (in all sincerity) testifies to the best,- 

7 . We will indeed make smooth for him the path to Bliss. 

8 . But he who is a greedy miser and thinks himself self-sufficient, 

9 . And gives the lie to the best,- 

10 . We will indeed make smooth for him the path to Misery; 

11 . Nor will his wealth profit him when he falls headlong (into the Pit). 

12 . Verily We take upon Ourselves to guide, 

13 . And verily unto Us (belong) the End and the Beginning. 

14 . Therefore do I warn you of a Fire blazing fiercely; 

15 . None shall reach it but those most unfortunate ones 

16 . Who give the lie to Truth and turn their backs. 

17 . But those most devoted to Allah shall be removed far from it,- 

18 . Those who spend their wealth for increase in self-purification, 

19 . And have in their minds no favour from anyone for which a reward is expected in return, 

20 . But only the desire to seek for the Countenance of their Lord Most High; 

21 . And soon will they attain (complete) satisfaction.