Surah Ar-Ra'd (13) — Ayah 8
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 {وَ مَا تَغِيْضُ الْاَرْحَامُ وَ مَا تَزْدَادُ:} And what the wombs decrease or increase, i.e., the child is miscarried or born incomplete, or there is an increase or decrease in the period of gestation, that for some it is after six or nine months, for others after ten months or even more.
➌ {وَ كُلُّ شَيْءٍ عِنْدَهٗ بِمِقْدَارٍ :} Allah Almighty has knowledge of everything from eternity to eternity, He has already determined everything and written it in the Preserved Tablet, and this is destiny. If one does not believe in this, he is not a Muslim. He said: «{ اِنَّا كُلَّ شَيْءٍ خَلَقْنٰهُ بِقَدَرٍ }» [ القمر : ۴۹ ] “Indeed, We have created everything with a measure.” That is, He alone knows how much and how each thing will be; there can be no increase or decrease in this measure.
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.
8. 2 This refers to the duration of pregnancy, which is generally 9 months, but it can also decrease or increase; sometimes this period is 10 months and sometimes 7 or 8 months. The knowledge of this too is with none but Allah.
8. 3 That is, how long is someone's life? How much share of sustenance will he receive? Allah has complete knowledge of this.
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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The Vastness of Allah’s Knowledge:
That is, He knows well the nature of these people, and He has known it since the time they were in their mothers’ wombs. Such is the vastness of His knowledge that He knows what changes occur to the sperm-drop (nutfah) in every womb. How the form and features are shaped from it. Also, whether there is one child in the womb or more, whether the child will be born healthy or blind, lame, or disabled. Whether he will be tall or short, of deficient intellect or intelligent, fortunate or unfortunate, stubborn and rebellious or one who accepts the truth. What his capacity for work will be. For He has set a measure for everything.
