Al-Mulk

Blessed is the One in whose hand is all dominion, who created death and life to test which of you is best in deeds. He made seven heavens in layers, and however many times you look, you will find no flaw in them. He adorned the nearest sky with lamps, the stars. For those who deny their Lord is the Fire: each time a crowd is thrown in, its keepers ask, “Did no warner come to you?” and they admit, “If only we had listened or reasoned, we would not be among the people of the Blaze.” Those who fear their Lord unseen will have forgiveness and a great reward. He knows what is in the hearts, for He created them. He made the earth easy to walk on, so travel through it and eat of His provision; to Him is the rising. Could you feel safe that He would not make the earth swallow you, or send a storm of stones? Look at the birds above you spreading and folding their wings: none holds them up but the Most Merciful. Who could help you or provide for you besides Him? Is one who walks bent on his face better guided than one who walks upright on a straight path? He gave you hearing, sight and hearts, yet you are seldom grateful. They ask when the promise will come; when they see it near, their faces will darken. Say: He is the Most Merciful; we believe in Him and rely on Him. If your water sank deep into the earth, who could bring you flowing water?