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I swear by the heaven and the comer by night; [2] And what will make you know what the comer by night is? [3] The star of piercing brightness; [4] There is not a soul but over it is a keeper. [5] So let man consider of what he is created: [6] He is created of water pouring forth, [7] Coming from between the back and the ribs. [8] Most surely He is able to return him (to life). [9] On the day when hidden things shall be made manifest, [10] He shall have neither strength nor helper. [11] I swear by the raingiving heavens, [12] And the earth splitting (with plants); [13] Most surely it is a decisive word, [14] And it is no joke. [15] Surely they will make a scheme, [16] And I (too) will make a scheme. [17] So grant the unbelievers a respite: let them alone for a

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