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Paradise Has Shady Spots
But as for those who believe and do right actions, We will admit
them into Gardens with rivers flowing under them, remaining in them
timelessly, for ever and ever. In them they will have spouses of perfect
purity and We will admit them into cool, refreshing shade. (Surat an-
Nisa', 57)
Reclining in it on couches, they will experience there neither burning
sun nor bitter cold. Its shading branches will droop down over them,
its ripe fruit hanging ready to be picked. (Surat al-Insan, 13-14)

There are Lofty Chambers and Palaces
Blessed be He Who, if He wishes, will grant you better than that:
Gardens with rivers flowing under them; and He will grant you
Palaces. (Surat al-Furqan, 10)
As for those who believe and do right actions, We will lodge them in
lofty chambers in the Garden, with rivers flowing under them, re-
maining in them timelessly, for ever. How excellent is the reward of
those who act: (Surat al-'Ankabut, 58)
But those who have fear of their Lord will have high-ceilinged Halls,
and more such Halls built one above the other, and rivers flowing
under them. That is Allah's promise. Allah does not break His promise.
(Surat az-Zumar, 20)
There are Raised Thrones
Reclining in it on raised thrones, they will experience there neither
burning sun nor bitter cold. (Surat al-Insan, 13)
(They will be) on Thrones encrusted (with gold and precious stones).
(Surat al-Waqi'a, 15)
There are Cushions and Exquisite Couches
They will be reclining on couches lined with rich brocade, the fruits
of the Gardens hanging close to hand. (Surat ar-Rahman, 54)
Reclining on green cushions and exquisite rugs. (Surat ar-Rahman, 76)
And lined-up cushions, and spread-out rugs. (Surat al-Ghashiyya,
15-16)
And on elevated couches. (Surat al-Waqi'a, 34)