31:2These are the Verses of the Wise Book.

31:4Those who observe the prayer, and pay the obligatory charity, and are certain of the Hereafter.

31:5These are upon guidance from their Lord. These are the successful.

31:7And when Our Verses are recited to him, he turns away in pride, as though he did not hear them, as though there is deafness in his ears. So inform him of a painful punishment.

31:8As for those who believe and do good deeds—for them are the Gardens of Bliss.

31:11Such is God’s creation. Now show me what those besides Him have created. In fact, the wicked are in obvious error.

31:14We have entrusted the human being with the care of his parents. His mother carried him through hardship upon hardship, weaning him in two years. So give thanks to Me, and to your parents. To Me is the destination.

31:17O my son, observe the prayer, advocate righteousness, forbid evil, and be patient over what has befallen you. These are of the most honorable traits.

31:21And when it is said to them, “Follow what God has revealed,” they say, “Rather, we follow what we found our parents devoted to.” Even if Satan is calling them to the suffering of the Blaze?

31:28Your creation and your resurrection are only as a single soul. God is Hearing and Seeing.

31:31Have you not seen how the ships sail through the sea, by the grace of God, to show you of His wonders? In that are signs for every persevering, thankful person.

31:33O people! Be conscious of your Lord, and dread a Day when no parent can avail his child, nor can a child avail his parent, in anything. The promise of God is true. Therefore, do not let this life deceive you, nor let illusions deceive you regarding God.