The Night 92

And Him Who hath created male and female,

Lo! your effort is dispersed (toward divers ends).

As for him who giveth and is dutiful (toward Allah)

Surely We will ease his way unto the state of ease.

But as for him who hoardeth and deemeth himself independent,

Surely We will ease his way unto adversity.

His riches will not save him when he perisheth.

And lo! unto Us belong the latter portion and the former.

Therefor have I warned you of the flaming Fire

Which only the most wretched must endure,

Far removed from it will be the righteous

Who giveth his wealth that he may grow (in goodness).

And none hath with him any favour for reward,

Except as seeking (to fulfil) the purpose of his Lord Most High.