Surah Ar-Ra'd (13) — Ayah 27
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.
➋ { قُلْ اِنَّ اللّٰهَ يُضِلُّ مَنْ يَّشَآءُ …:} That is, nothing happens by the coming of a sign, because the reason you have not believed until now is not that you have not seen any sign; signs are present in countless numbers. But firstly, Allah is Perfect in Wisdom and is Himself the Owner of His Mercy; He withholds His mercy and guidance from—i.e., keeps astray— whomever He wills based on His wisdom, and grants His mercy and guidance to whomever He wills. Secondly, you do not even come towards Allah’s path. If you had the desire and pursuit to come to the straight path, you would have found the right way just by seeing the sign of the Qur’an, because this Book is filled with clear proofs. Now, if you keep following your desires and Satan, and do not have any inclination to return to Allah’s path, then how will you be granted the ability to walk on Allah’s path? He only grants the ability to walk on the path towards Him to those who turn towards Him and wish to return.
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.
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Guidance and Misguidance from the Same Sign:
The same objection of the deniers of the truth has already been mentioned in verse 7 of this Surah, where it was answered from one perspective, and here it is answered from another perspective, which is that people with different mindsets derive different results from the same thing. For example, whether it is the Quran, its verses, the signs of Allah scattered throughout the universe, or sensory miracles—those who seek guidance obtain guidance from these things, and their faith increases. But stubborn people deny these very things. Then these same things become a cause for the increase of their denial, enmity, stubbornness, and misguidance. Therefore, even if their demand is fulfilled, nothing will be achieved except a further increase in their misguidance.
