عبس

The Prophet frowned and turned away ^[1]

Because there came to him the blind man, [interrupting]. ^[2]

But what would make you perceive, [O Muhammad], that perhaps he might be purified ^[3]

Or be reminded and the remembrance would benefit him? ^[4]

As for he who thinks himself without need, ^[5]

To him you give attention. ^[6]

And not upon you [is any blame] if he will not be purified. ^[7]

But as for he who came to you striving [for knowledge] ^[8]

While he fears [Allah], ^[9]

From him you are distracted. ^[10]

No! Indeed, these verses are a reminder; ^[11]

So whoever wills may remember it. ^[12]

[It is recorded] in honored sheets, ^[13]

Exalted and purified, ^[14]

[Carried] by the hands of messenger-angels, ^[15]

Noble and dutiful. ^[16]

Cursed is man; how disbelieving is he. ^[17]

From what substance did He create him? ^[18]

From a sperm-drop He created him and destined for him; ^[19]

Then He eased the way for him; ^[20]