(1) (1) By the sky and the knocker
(2) (2) And what can make you know what is the knocker?
(3) (3) It is the piercing star[1901].
[1901]- Whose light pierces through the darkness.
(4) (4) There is no soul but that it has over it a protector.
(5) (5) So let man observe from what he was created.
(6) (6) He was created from a fluid, ejected,
(7) (7) Emerging from between the backbone and the ribs.
(8) (8) Indeed, He [i.e., Allāh], to return him [to life], is Able.
(9) (9) The Day when secrets will be put on trial,[1902]
[1902]- i.e., exposed, examined and judged.
(10) (10) Then he [i.e., man] will have no power or any helper.
(11) (11) By the sky which sends back[1903]
[1903]- Rain, heat, sound waves, etc.
(12) (12) And [by] the earth which splits,[1904]
[1904]- With plant growth or from geological rifts.
(13) (13) Indeed, it [i.e., the Qur’ān] is a decisive statement,
(14) (14) And it is not amusement.
(15) (15) Indeed, they are planning a plan,
(16) (16) But I am planning a plan.
(17) (17) So allow time for the disbelievers. Leave them awhile.[1905]
[1905]- i.e., Do not be in haste for revenge, for you will see what will become of them.