Surah Al-Hijr (15) — Ayah 98
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 كُنْ مِّنَ السّٰجِدِيْنَ :} That is, be among those who perform prayer. Just as by standing and {’’رَكْعَةٌ‘‘ } (bowing) the whole prayer is meant, even though standing and {’’رَكْعَةٌ‘‘} (bowing) are parts of the prayer, not the whole, but the part is meant to indicate the whole, similarly here by prostration is meant the prayer. That is why there is no prostration (of recitation) on this verse. The mention of prostration is especially because the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said: [ أَقْرَبُ مَا يَكُوْنُ الْعَبْدُ مِنْ رَبِّهِ وَهُوَ سَاجِدٌ، فَأَكْثِرُوا الدُّعَاءَ] [ مسلم، الصلاۃ، باب ما یقال في الرکوع و السجود : ۴۸۲، عن أبي ھریرۃ رضی اللہ عنہ ] “The servant is closest to his Lord when he is in prostration, so make plenty of supplication in prostration.” From this verse, it is understood that the remedy for every calamity that befalls is the remembrance of Allah, especially Tasbih, Tahmid, and prayer. By their blessing, the heart will find comfort and the clouds of worry and grief will disperse, as the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) instructed Fatimah (may Allah be pleased with her), when she requested a servant due to the hardship of grinding and carrying water in the water-skin, to recite the Tasbihat Fatimah before sleeping, and declared these Tasbihat better than a servant. And it was his own practice that whenever any matter would arise, he would engage in prayer. [ أبوداوٗد، التطوع، باب وقت قیام النبی صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم فی اللیل : ۱۳۱۹۔ مسند أحمد : ۵ /۳۸۸، ح : ۲۳۳۶۱ ]
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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The Instruction of Prayer in Difficult Times:
When the mockery of these polytheists, their refusal to believe, or their persecutions cause constriction and distress in your heart, the best solution is to turn towards Allah, declare His glory and holiness, and perform prayer. Through these things, instead of distress, contentment will be created in your heart, your courage will increase, steadfastness will develop, and the difficulties and hardships you are facing in the course of calling people to the faith—these things will give you the strength to face them. Thus, it was the blessed habit of the Prophet ﷺ that whenever he ﷺ faced any worry or constriction of provision, he ﷺ would himself hasten towards prayer and would instruct his family to do the same.
