Surah Yunus (10) — Ayah 1
Translation by Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan & Dr. Taqi-ud-Din al-Hilali
Word by Word — Arabic, Transliteration & Meaning
Tafsir al-Quran al-Karim — Hafiz Abdus Salam Bin Muhammad Bhutvi
Tafsir al-Quran al-Karim is a 4-volume Quran commentary by Hafiz Abdus Salam bin Muhammad Bhutvi, a renowned Salafi (Ahl al-Hadith) scholar and Sheikh ul-Hadith from Pakistan. Based on over 45 years of teaching and research, this tafsir follows the methodology of Tafsir bil-Ma'thur — interpreting the Quran through authentic Hadith, statements of the Companions, and the understanding of the early generations (Salaf). It is distinguished by its complete avoidance of Israeliyyat (Judeo-Christian narratives) and unverified reports. The tafsir is originally written in Urdu, translated to English by tohed.com.
(Ayah 1) ➊ { الٓرٰ :} These are disjointed letters; for explanation, see the first verse of Surah Al-Baqarah.
➋ {تِلْكَ اٰيٰتُ الْكِتٰبِ الْحَكِيْمِ : ’’ تِلْكَ ‘‘ } is a demonstrative pronoun, and the thing being referred to, {’’ اَلْآيَاتُ ‘‘}, is implied. What is meant is all the verses of the Noble Qur’an, which includes this Surah of ours as well, meaning these are the magnificent verses of the Book of Wisdom. {’’ الْحَكِيْمِ ‘‘} (full of perfect wisdom) means that it is filled with wisdom and insight; nothing in it is erroneous, nor contrary to reason, nor of a lower standard, rather every statement is based on perfect intellect and understanding. Another meaning is that this Book is extremely firm and strong; there is no internal contradiction in its verses, nor will its lawful and unlawful, its limits and rulings, ever be abrogated, meaning "Hakim" in the sense of "firmly established."
Tafsir Ahsan al-Bayan — Hafiz Salahuddin Yusuf
Tafsir Ahsan al-Bayan is a well-known Quran commentary by Hafiz Salahuddin Yusuf, a renowned Salafi (Ahl al-Hadith) scholar from Pakistan. This tafsir explains the meanings of the Quran in accordance with the methodology of the Salaf (early righteous generations), relying on authentic sources and straightforward language. Due to its reliability and adherence to sound Islamic scholarship, the Saudi government publishes and distributes this tafsir among the Hujjaj (pilgrims) visiting the Haramain. The tafsir is originally written in Urdu, translated to English by tohed.com.
Tafsir Taiseer ul-Quran — Maulana Abdul Rahman Kilani
Tafsir Taiseer ul-Quran (Facilitation of the Quran) is a comprehensive Quran commentary by Maulana Abdul Rahman Kilani, a renowned Salafi (Ahl al-Hadith) scholar from Pakistan. Known for his eloquent and accessible writing style, Kilani authored this tafsir with a focus on clarity — making Quranic meanings understandable to the common reader. The tafsir provides detailed historical context for verses related to battles and expeditions, and firmly refutes modernist ideologies using strong scriptural evidence. It is widely regarded as an invaluable resource for understanding the Quran and countering deviant interpretations. The tafsir is originally written in Urdu, translated to English by tohed.com.
[1] This surah is Makki, and its addressees are those Quraysh of Makkah who held incorrect concepts about Allah, did not believe in the Hereafter, and instead of accepting your ﷺ call, raised all sorts of objections against the teachings of Islam and the verses of the Quran. In practice, they inflicted such severe hardships and oppression upon the Muslims that their very existence had been made difficult.
