The Majestic Quran

76. Ad-Dahr The Time According to some commentators this is a Madinan chapter. Its central theme is: humanity is blessed with the ability to intelligently distinguish between right and wrong, and therefore will be held accountable; a terse reminder of the purpose and meaning of human life. These introductory comments are followed by a lively description of the good people: they fulfil their vows, fear Judgement Day, are generous and selfless, and take care of the needy and the poor. For these wonderful works, they will have the delights of Paradise. The chapter makes it clear that this is a reward for their patience and hard work. Finally, the Messenger r is reminded to continue his work patiently and diligently. In the name of God, the Kind, the Caring. T 1 Hasn’t there been a phase in human history when humans were nothing worthy of mention? 2 We created human – from a drop of mixed fluid – to test. We gave them hearing and sight; 3 We showed the straight path, to see whether they would be thankful, or an unthankful denier. 4 For the disbelievers We’ve prepared chains, iron collars and a Blazing Fire. 5 The righteous will drink wine mixed with fragrant herbs , 8 6 a drink from a freely-flowing spring, made for the servants of God. W ? 7 They fulfil their vows, fear a Day whose horror is widespread, 8 they feed the needy, the orphan and the prisoner for the love of God , 9 saying, “We feed you for His sake; we don’t want some payment or thanks from you. 10 We fear a Day of calamity and destruction, coming from Our Lord.” 11