or a little more; and with recitation, recite the Koran. (4)

We are about to cast upon you a weighty Word. (5)

Indeed, the first part of night is heavier in tread, and more upright in speech. (6)

You have by day prolonged occupations. (7)

Remember the Name of your Lord and dedicate yourself devoutly to Him. (8)

He is the Lord of the East and the West; there is no god except Him. Take Him for your Guardian. (9)

Bear patiently with what they say and with a fine abandonment forsake them. (10)

Leave to Me those who belie, those who lead a life of pleasure, and bear with them yet a little while. (11)

We have fetters (for them) and a blazing fire, (12)

choking food and a painful punishment. (13)