76:0 In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful

76:1 Is it not a fact that there was a time when the human being was nothing to be mentioned?

76:2 We created the human from a liquid mixture, from two parents, in order to test him. Thus, we made him a hearer and a seer.

76:3 We showed him the two paths, then he is either appreciative, or unappreciative.

76:4 We prepared for the disbelievers chains, shackles, and a blazing Hell.

76:5 As for the virtuous, they will drink from cups spiced with nectar.

76:6 A spring that is reserved for GOD's servants; it will gush out as they will.

76:7 They fulfill their pledges, and reverence a day that is extremely difficult.

76:8 They 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."

76:11 Consequently, GOD protects them from the evils of that day, and rewards them with joy and contentment.

76:12 He rewards them for their steadfastness with Paradise, and silk.

76:13 They relax therein on luxurious furnishings. They suffer neither the heat of the sun, nor any cold.

76:14 The shade covers them therein, and the fruits are brought within reach.

76:15 They are served drinks in silver containers and cups that are translucent.

76:16 Translucent cups, though made of silver; they rightly deserved all this.

76:17 They enjoy drinks of delicious flavors.

76:18 From a spring therein known as "Salsabeel."

76:19 Serving them will be immortal servants. When you see them, they will look like scattered pearls.

76:20 Wherever you look, you will see bliss, and a wonderful dominion.

76:21 On them will be clothes of green velvet, satin, and silver ornaments. Their Lord will provide them with pure drinks.

76:22 This is the reward that awaits you, for your efforts have been appreciated.

76:23 We have revealed to you this Quran; a special revelation from us.

76:24 You shall steadfastly carry out your Lord's commandments, and do not obey any sinful disbeliever among them.

76:25 And commemorate the name of your Lord day and night.

76:26 During the night, fall prostrate before Him, and glorify Him many a long night.

76:27 These people are preoccupied with this fleeting life, while disregarding - just ahead of them - a heavy day.

76:28 We created them, and established them, and, whenever we will, we can substitute others in their place.

76:29 This is a reminder: whoever wills shall choose the path to his Lord.

76:30 Whatever you will is in accordance with GOD's will. GOD is Omniscient, Wise.

76:31 He admits whomever He wills into His mercy. As for the transgressors, He has prepared for them a painful retribution.