Surah Al-Hijr (15) — Ayah 49
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.
Here, to express mercy, first {’’ عِبَادِيْۤ ‘‘} is addressed, then {’’أَنَّ‘‘، ’’ اَنَا ‘‘} is brought as a separating pronoun, and {’’ الْغَفُوْرُ الرَّحِيْمُ ‘‘} is brought with "al" (the definite article) for emphasis upon emphasis. In the second verse, {’’ هُوَ ‘‘} is a separating pronoun and {’’ الْعَذَابُ ‘‘} is made definite with "al" for emphasis. In the first verse, it is said that these are My attributes of mercy, and no one but Me possesses them. In the second verse, it is said: and this is the attribute of My punishment; it is not said: {’’ وَإِنِّيْ أَنَا الْمُعَذِّبُ… ‘‘} that I am the only one who gives such punishment, rather, the attribute of His punishment is described: My punishment itself is that which is a painful punishment.
➋ These verses are a prelude to the events that are coming ahead, in which the manifestation of Allah's mercy occurred through a group of angels, and through them also the manifestation of His painful punishment occurred.
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.
