In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful. [1] O thou folded in garments!
[2] Stand (to prayer) by night, but not all
night,
[3] Half of it, or a little less,
[4] Or a little more; and recite the Qur-an in
slow, measured rhythmic tones.
[5] Soon shall We send down to thee a weighty
Message.
[6] Truly the rising by night is most potent for
governing (the soul), and most suitable for (framing) the Word (of
Prayer and Praise).
[7] True, there is for thee by day prolonged
occupation with ordinary duties:
[8] But keep in remembrance the name of thy Lord
and devote thyself to Him whole-heartedly.
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