In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful
76:1Is it not a fact that there was a time when the human being was nothing to be mentioned?
76:2We created the human from a liquid mixture, from two parents, in order to test him. Thus, we made him a hearer and a seer.
76:3We showed him the two paths, then he is either appreciative, or unappreciative.
76:4We prepared for the disbelievers chains, shackles, and a blazing Hell.
76:5As for the virtuous, they will drink from cups spiced with nectar.
76:6A spring that is reserved for GOD’s servants; it will gush out as they will.
76:7They fulfill their pledges, and reverence a day that is extremely difficult.
76:8They donate their favorite food to the poor, the orphan, and the captive.
76:9“We feed you for the sake of GOD; we expect no reward from you, nor thanks.
76:10“We fear from our Lord a day that is full of misery and trouble.”
76:11Consequently, GOD protects them from the evils of that day, and rewards them with joy and contentment.
76:12He rewards them for their steadfastness with Paradise, and silk.
76:13They relax therein on luxurious furnishings. They suffer neither the heat of the sun, nor any cold.
76:14The shade covers them therein, and the fruits are brought within reach.
76:15They are served drinks in silver containers and cups that are translucent.
76:16Translucent cups, though made of silver; they rightly deserved all this.
76:17They enjoy drinks of delicious flavors.
76:18From a spring therein known as “Salsabeel.”
76:19Serving them will be immortal servants. When you see them, they will look like scattered pearls.
76:20Wherever you look, you will see bliss, and a wonderful dominion.
76:21On them will be clothes of green velvet, satin, and silver ornaments. Their Lord will provide them with pure drinks.
76:22This is the reward that awaits you, for your efforts have been appreciated.
76:23We have revealed to you this Quran; a special revelation from us.
76:24You shall steadfastly carry out your Lord’s commandments, and do not obey any sinful disbeliever among them.
76:25And commemorate the name of your Lord day and night.
76:26During the night, fall prostrate before Him, and glorify Him many a long night.
76:27These people are preoccupied with this fleeting life, while disregarding – just ahead of them – a heavy day.
76:28We created them, and established them, and, whenever we will, we can substitute others in their place.
76:29This is a reminder: whoever wills shall choose the path to his Lord.
76:30Whatever you will is in accordance with GOD’s will. GOD is Omniscient, Wise.
76:31He admits whomever He wills into His mercy. As for the transgressors, He has prepared for them a painful retribution.