Sura 87: The Most High (Al-A`alaa)
Number of verses in sura: 19
Order of revelation: 8
[87:0] In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful
[87:1] Glorify the name of your Lord, the Most High.
[87:2] He creates and shapes.
[87:3] He designs and guides.
[87:4] He produces the pasture.
[87:5] Then turns it into light hay.
[87:6] We will recite to you; do not forget.
[87:7] Everything is in accordance with GOD's will; He knows what is declared, and what is hidden.
[87:8] We will direct you to the easiest path.
[87:9] Therefore, you shall remind; perhaps the reminder will benefit.
[87:10] The reverent will take heed.
[87:11] The wicked will avoid it.
[87:12] Consequently, he will suffer the great Hellfire.
[87:13] Wherein he never dies, nor stays alive.
[87:14] Successful indeed is the one who redeems his soul.
[87:15] By remembering the name of his Lord and observing the contact prayers (Salat).
[87:16] Indeed, you are preoccupied with this first life.
[87:17] Even though the Hereafter is far better and everlasting.
[87:18] This is recorded in the earlier teachings.
[87:19] The teachings of Abraham and Moses.
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