86:1
By the Sky and the Night-Visitant (therein);-

86:2
And what will explain to thee what the Night-Visitant is?-

86:3
(It is) the Star of piercing brightness;-

86:4
There is no soul but has a protector over it.

86:5
Now let man but think from what he is created!

86:6
He is created from a drop emitted-

86:7
Proceeding from between the backbone and the ribs:

86:8
Surely (Allah) is able to bring him back (to life)!

86:9
The Day that (all) things secret will be tested,

86:10
(Man) will have no power, and no helper.

86:11
By the Firmament which returns (in its round),

86:12
And by the Earth which opens out (for the gushing of springs or the sprouting of vegetation),-

86:13
Behold this is the Word that distinguishes (Good from Evil):

86:14
It is not a thing for amusement.

86:15
As for them, they are but plotting a scheme,

86:16
And I am planning a scheme.

86:17
Therefore grant a delay to the Unbelievers: Give respite to them gently (for awhile).