Muhammad, and the blind man

He [i.e., the Prophet (ﷺ) ] frowned and turned away

From him you are distracted.

No! Indeed, they [i.e., these verses] are a reminder;

So whoever wills may remember it.¹

Because there came to him the blind man,¹ [interrupting].

But what would make you perceive, [O Muḥammad], that perhaps he might be purified¹

Or be reminded and the remembrance would benefit him?

As for he who thinks himself without need,¹

To him you give attention.

And not upon you [is any blame] if he will not be purified.¹

But as for he who came to you striving [for knowledge]

While he fears [Allāh],