| | Linda “iLHam” Barto rendition of Surah Man(al-Insan)
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| 76:1 | | Has there not been a time over humanity when he/she was nothing –not even a mention? |
| 76:2 | | We created humanity from a union of gametes so that We may test him/her. We gave him/her [the gifts of] hearing and sight. |
| 76:3 | | We showed him/her the way, whether he/she is grateful or ungrateful. |
| 76:4 | | For the unbelievers, We have prepared chains, yokes, and a blazing fire. |
| 76:5 | | As for the righteous, they shall drink from a cup, a mix of [a soothing tonic of] camphor. |
| 76:6 | | [It will be] from a fountain where the worshipers of Allah drink. It will flow in unhindered abundance. |
| 76:7 | | (The righteous) perform vows [of spiritual service]. They fear the day from which dread flies far and wide. |
| 76:8 | | They provide food, in spite of their own want for it. [They provide it] to the indigent, the orphan, and the captive. |
| 76:9 | | “Truly, We feed you for the sake of Allah alone. We expect no reward or thanks from you. |
| 76:10 | | “We fear from our Lord a day of severe difficulty [if we do not follow His will].” |
| 76:11 | | But Allah will deliver them from the harm of that day and will shed over them radiance and joy. |
| 76:12 | | Because they were patient, He will reward them with a garden and silk. |
| 76:13 | | Reclining in (the garden) on raised thrones, they will experience neither the sun [ie, unbearable heat] nor excessive cold. |
| 76:14 | | The shades [of the garden] will hang near them. Bunches of fruit will hang low and accessible. |
| 76:15 | | Among them will be passed vessels of silver and goblets of crystal. |
| 76:16 | | [They will be] crystal clear and with silver. They will determine however much they want. |
| 76:17 | | They will be given to drink a cup, mixed with ginger. |
| 76:18 | | [It will be] from a fountain called Seek the Way. |
| 76:19 | | Around them will be immortal youths. If you saw them, you would think of them as scattered pearls [so unblemished are they]. |
| 76:20 | | When you look around, you will see a blissful and magnificent realm. |
| 76:21 | | Upon (the believers) will be green garments of fine silk and heavy brocade. They will be adorned with bracelets of silver. Their Lord will give them a pure and holy [non-intoxicating] drink. |
| 76:22 | | Truly, this is a reward for you, and your endeavor is recognized. |
| 76:23 | | We have bestowed upon you the Qur’an in portions. |
| 76:24 | | Therefore, be patient for the command of your Lord. Do not heed the sinner or the disbeliever. |
| 76:25 | | Remember the Name of your Lord morning and evening. |
| 76:26 | | Part of the night, prostrate to Him. Glorify Him all through the night. |
| 76:27 | | Truly, these [sinners] love the present life and disregard the difficult Day [of Judgment]. |
| 76:28 | | We created them and made their bodies durable. When We will, we can change their bodies into similar ones. |
| 76:29 | | Truly, this is reminder: Whosoever will come may come to the [Straight] Way of the Lord. |
| 76:30 | | But you cannot come except in accordance with Allah’s will. Indeed, Allah is the All-knowing, the Perfectly Wise. |
| 76:31 | | He will admit to His mercy whom He will, but for the lost He has prepared a dreadful penalty. |
